Perle
girl namePerle entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #1025 in 1889, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1886–2025
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rank today
#1025
peak (1889)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1139 |
| 1890s | #1379 |
| 1900s | #1654 |
| 1910s | #2723 |
| 1920s | #3393 |
| 1930s | #3895 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Perle are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Perle alive today was born around 1914, making them about 111 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Perle in 2025?
- Perle is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Perle most popular?
- Perle peaked in 1889, reaching #1025 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Perle with classmates?
- Perle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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