Perry

Pronunciation: [ p-EHR-ee ]

Girl Name #1,914 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A charming orchard name blooming for girls

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Meaning & Origin

"pear tree"

Origin: Old English

Language: English

"traveler through the forest"

Origin: Welsh

Language: Welsh

The Story of Perry

Perry derives from the Old English 'pirige' meaning pear tree, originally a surname for someone who lived near a pear orchard. It also has Welsh roots as a form of 'ap Herry' (son of Harry/Henry) or from 'peryr' meaning traveler through the forest. As a given name, Perry became popular in the 20th century, used for both boys and girls, and has recently seen revival as part of the nature name and surname-as-first-name trends.

Perry was a popular mid-20th century name for boys (Perry Como, Perry Mason). Today it's increasingly used for girls, part of the trend of traditionally male names crossing gender lines (like Quinn, Riley, and Avery). Katy Perry's fame has kept it in public consciousness for a new generation.

Perry Como was one of America's most beloved entertainers, making this name synonymous with easy, approachable charm. Perry Mason, the fictional defense attorney, gave it a sharp, competent image. As a nature surname-name, Perry has fresh, orchard-sweet connotations.

Fun Facts

Pear cider (perry) is named for the same root — made from pear juice as an alternative to apple cider
Perry Como won the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2002 and was one of the best-selling artists of the 1950s

Perry in Other Languages

Welsh Peryr

French Perri

Spanish Perri

Old English Pirige

Famous People Named Perry

Katy Perry

Musician

1984

American pop singer born Katheryn Hudson, one of the best-selling music artists of all time

Perry Como

Musician

1912

American singer and television personality, one of the most popular performers of the mid-20th century

Perry Mason Fictional

Other

Fictional defense attorney protagonist of Erle Stanley Gardner's mystery novels and popular TV series

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #1,914
Total SSA Count: 104
Cultural Origins: English Welsh American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Casual
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Perri #3642

Common Nicknames

Per

Pairs Well With

Perry James Perry Lane Perry Grace Perry Rose Perry Lee Perry Wren

Sibling Names

Clem Bowie Winnie Scout Birdie Wilder

Also a Boy Name

Perry is also used as a boy name, ranked #1243.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Perry

What does the name Perry mean?

"pear tree" (from Old English). "traveler through the forest" (from Welsh). Perry derives from the Old English 'pirige' meaning pear tree, originally a surname for someone who lived near a pear orchard. It also has Welsh roots as a form of 'ap Herry' (son of Harry/Henry) or from 'peryr' meaning traveler through the forest. As a given name, Perry became popular in the 20th century, used for both boys and girls, and has recently seen revival as part of the nature name and surname-as-first-name trends.

What is the origin of the name Perry?

Perry has Old English, Welsh, English, and American origins. In Old English, it means "pear tree". In Welsh, it means "traveler through the forest".

Is Perry a boy or girl name?

Perry is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #1914. As a boy name, it is ranked #1243. Perry is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Perry?

Perry is pronounced p-EHR-ee.

How popular is the name Perry?

Perry is currently ranked #1914 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Perry?

Common nicknames for Perry include Per.

What are good middle names for Perry?

Popular middle name pairings include Perry James, Perry Lane, Perry Grace, Perry Rose, Perry Lee, and Perry Wren.

What are good sibling names for Perry?

Names that pair well with Perry as siblings include Clem, Bowie, Winnie, Scout, Birdie, and Wilder.

How many syllables does Perry have?

Perry has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Perry a common or rare name?

Perry is an uncommon name, ranked #1914 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Perry

Perry is a girl name with English, Welsh, and American origins . The name means "pear tree" in Old English .

Is Perry a boy or girl name? Perry is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #1,914 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #1,243. Perry is more commonly used as a boy name.

Perry is currently ranked #1,914 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Perry has 2 syllables and is pronounced p-EHR-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Perry include Per. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Perry include Perri . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.