Per
Meaning: Rock, stone
Origin: Greek (via Danish)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Denmark: #105
Total births: 1,040
History: Per is the Scandinavian form of Peter/Petrus. It is one of the most common Danish names, borne by many notable Danes.
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Every number here comes directly from Denmark’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2024) | #44 |
| Babies named Per in 2024 | 16 |
| Total recorded in Denmark | 1,040 |
| Peak year | 1985 (100 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #25 |
| Years in records | 1985–2024 (39 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 6 spots |
Frequently asked about Per
What does the name Per mean?
Per means “Rock, stone” from Greek (via Danish) roots.
What is the origin of the name Per?
Per has Greek (via Danish) origin. The traditional meaning is “Rock, stone”.
How popular is Per in Denmark?
Per ranked #44 in Denmark in 2024 — given to 16 babies that year.
When was Per most popular?
Per peaked in 1985 with 100 babies registered that year in Denmark.
Is Per a boy or girl name?
Per is predominantly a boys' name in Denmark — over 90% of Pers in registered births are male.
How long has Per been recorded in Denmark?
Per appears in birth records in Denmark across 39 years — from 1985 through 2024.