Pearl
girl name#776 in 2025Pearl entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #24 in 1889, ranks #776 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#776
rank today
#24
peak (1889)
350
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #30 |
| 1890s | #26 |
| 1900s | #32 |
| 1910s | #53 |
| 1920s | #87 |
| 1930s | #161 |
| 1940s | #252 |
| 1950s | #407 |
| 1960s | #638 |
| 1970s | #914 |
| 1980s | #957 |
| 1990s | #1186 |
| 2000s | #1062 |
| 2010s | #704 |
| 2020s | #775 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Pearl has been most popular in New York, California, Texas.
Living bearers
About 28,500 people named Pearl are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pearl alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pearl in 2025?
- Pearl ranks #776 among US girl names in 2025, with 350 babies given the name.
- When was the name Pearl most popular?
- Pearl peaked in 1889, reaching #24 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pearl with classmates?
- Pearl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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