Perlita Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationper-LEE-tah / pɛrˈliːtəSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: little pearl; Latin: pearl
Historical & Cultural Background
Perlita is a diminutive form of the name Perla, which means 'pearl' in Spanish. The name is often used in Spanish-speaking cultures and carries connotations of beauty and preciousness. Pearls have historically been valued for their rarity and luster, making the name Perlita a symbol of something cherished.
Similar Names
Variants
- Perla
International Variants
- Perle (French)
- Perla (Italian)
- Perla (Spanish)
Famous people named Perlita
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Fictional characters named Perlita
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Perlita was first seen in the United States in 1972. Perlita has ranked as high as #1096 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Perlita has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Perlita (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 16 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 |