Pearlie
boy namePearlie entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #706 in 1881, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
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rank today
#706
peak (1881)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #706 |
| 1890s | #937 |
| 1900s | #966 |
| 1910s | #1630 |
| 1920s | #2416 |
| 1930s | #1833 |
| 1940s | #2405 |
| 1950s | #3159 |
| 1960s | #3589 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Pearlie are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pearlie alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pearlie in 2025?
- Pearlie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Pearlie most popular?
- Pearlie peaked in 1881, reaching #706 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Pearlie with classmates?
- Pearlie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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