Pearl
boy namePearl entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #182 in 1886, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
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rank today
#182
peak (1886)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #206 |
| 1890s | #275 |
| 1900s | #350 |
| 1910s | #601 |
| 1920s | #727 |
| 1930s | #907 |
| 1940s | #1354 |
| 1950s | #2053 |
| 1960s | #3062 |
| 1970s | #4367 |
| 1980s | #5882 |
Living bearers
About 400 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Pearl most popular?
- Pearl peaked in 1886, reaching #182 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Pearl with classmates?
- Pearl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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