Pernella
girl namePernella entered the US charts in 1904, peaked at #1696 in 1905, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1904–2025
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rank today
#1696
peak (1905)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1787 |
| 1910s | #3386 |
| 1920s | #3857 |
| 1940s | #4420 |
| 1960s | #6403 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Pernella are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Pernella alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pernella in 2025?
- Pernella is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Pernella most popular?
- Pernella peaked in 1905, reaching #1696 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Pernella with classmates?
- Pernella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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