Pearle
Pearle is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Pearl; precious gemstone.
Origin and history
Pearle is a variant spelling of Pearl, derived from the English word for the precious organic gem formed inside mollusks. Popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it has since become a rare vintage choice in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
2,821 babies in the United States have been named Pearle since 1880. It ranks #3339 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- PA (46.5 %)
- NC (13.5 %)
- SC (11.6 %)
- VA (6.7 %)
- IL (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 417 |
| 1890-1900 | 495 |
| 1900-1910 | 449 |
| 1910-1920 | 715 |
| 1920-1930 | 523 |
| 1930-1940 | 103 |
| 1940-1950 | 60 |
| 1950-1960 | 30 |
| 1960-1970 | 6 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 18 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Pearle
- Pearle Vadrouille: Actress
Nicknames
Pearlie
Fun facts
- The addition of the silent 'e' at the end reflects Late Middle English and early modern English orthographic styles.
- The name Pearle enjoyed its peak popularity in the United States around the 1890s and early 1900s alongside other jewel names.