Perry
Gender: Unisex
Meaning: Pear tree or one who lives near a pear tree
Origin: Old English/Welsh
Popularity: Ranked #1373 in 2025 with 135 babies born.
History: Perry derives from the Old English 'pirige,' meaning pear tree, used as a surname for those living near one. It may also be a form of the Welsh name Peris or a diminutive of Peregrine. It became a first name in the English-speaking world during the 19th and 20th centuries, known through entertainers like Perry Como.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Perry? About 1 in 15,268 babies born in 2025 were named Perry, or roughly 0.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Perry
What does the name Perry mean?
Perry means “Pear tree or one who lives near a pear tree” from Old English/Welsh roots.
What is the origin of the name Perry?
Perry has Old English/Welsh origin. The traditional meaning is “Pear tree or one who lives near a pear tree”.
How popular is Perry?
Perry ranked #1370 in 2025 — given to 135 babies that year.
When was Perry most popular?
Perry peaked in 1959 with 2,750 babies registered that year.
Is Perry a boy or girl name?
Perry is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Perrys in registered births are male.
Is the name Perry rising or falling in popularity?
Perry has risen 716 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2086 in 2020 to #1370 in 2025.
How long has Perry been recorded?
Perry appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.