Peri
girl name#5554 in 2025Peri entered the US charts in 1936, peaked at #1131 in 1960, ranks #5554 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1936–2025
#5554
rank today
#1131
peak (1960)
22
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4181 |
| 1940s | #4043 |
| 1950s | #2651 |
| 1960s | #1934 |
| 1970s | #5753 |
| 1980s | #5397 |
| 1990s | #3061 |
| 2000s | #3365 |
| 2010s | #4286 |
| 2020s | #4509 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Peri has been most popular in NY, CA, NJ.
Living bearers
About 2,300 people named Peri are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Peri alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Peri in 2025?
- Peri ranks #5554 among US girl names in 2025, with 22 babies given the name.
- When was the name Peri most popular?
- Peri peaked in 1960, reaching #1131 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Peri with classmates?
- Peri will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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