Pernell
girl namePernell entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2161 in 1933, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2161
peak (1933)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3520 |
| 1920s | #3768 |
| 1930s | #3264 |
| 1940s | #3849 |
| 1950s | #4046 |
| 1960s | #6653 |
| 1970s | #8292 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Pernell are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Pernell 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 Pernell in 2025?
- Pernell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Pernell most popular?
- Pernell peaked in 1933, reaching #2161 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pernell with classmates?
- Pernell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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