Perri
Perri is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Rock, stone, or wanderer.
Origin and history
Perri is a given name with roots as a feminine variant or diminutive of Perry, or derived from the French name Pierre, meaning stone or rock. It is also considered a modern variation inspired by nature, associated with the Greek word for traveler or wanderer. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare and distinct choices for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,448 babies in the United States have been named Perri since 1880. It ranks #3570 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1884.
States where it is most popular
- NY (39.5 %)
- CA (27.3 %)
- TX (17.4 %)
- NJ (6.9 %)
- MI (2.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 39 |
| 1950-1960 | 373 |
| 1960-1970 | 440 |
| 1970-1980 | 129 |
| 1980-1990 | 197 |
| 1990-2000 | 444 |
| 2000-2010 | 250 |
| 2010-2019 | 359 |
| 2020-2029 | 217 |
Famous people named Perri
- Perri Kiely: Dancer, Television Presenter
- Perri Lister: Dancer, Singer
- Perri Shakes-Drayton: Athlete, Hurdler
Fun facts
- While closely tied to Perry, Perri gained independent ground in English-speaking countries as a creative feminine spelling.