Pierrette Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpee-RET / pjeˈʁɛtFrench
Meaning
rock; stone
Historical & Cultural Background
Pierrette is a diminutive form of the name Pierre, which is the French equivalent of Peter. The name has been used in French-speaking cultures and is often associated with femininity. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in literary and theatrical contexts. The name evokes a sense of charm and delicacy, often linked to the arts.
Trend Summary
The name Pierrette has seen limited use in the United States, with occasional peaks in popularity during the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pierrette
International Variants
- Piera (Italian)
- Perrine (French)
- Petra (Greek)
Famous people named Pierrette
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Fictional characters named Pierrette
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pierrette was first seen in the United States in 1927. Pierrette has ranked as high as #1068 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Pierrette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pierrette
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |