What does the name Pearl mean?

The name Pearl means "Pearl gemstone".

What is the origin of the name Pearl?

Pearl is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 350 babies were named Pearl in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Pearl is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Vintage Nature

Births Last Year: 350 ↘

All-Time Total: 107,865

Peak Year: 1918

Pearl is derived from the Old French word "perle," which ultimately comes from the Latin word "perla." It symbolizes purity, innocence, and beauty.

Girl names closely related to Pearl

Nina Talia Eve Noa Aliya Esme Samira Beatrice

Boy names closely related to Pearl

Ari Sam Max Solomon Dominick Simon Aidan Kieran

Names with similar meaning to Pearl

Pearlie Perla

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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