Perley
girl namePerley entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #1338 in 1890, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1890–2025
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rank today
#1338
peak (1890)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1338 |
| 1920s | #5061 |
| 1930s | #4048 |
| 1940s | #4340 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Perley are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Perley alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Perley in 2025?
- Perley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Perley most popular?
- Perley peaked in 1890, reaching #1338 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Perley with classmates?
- Perley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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