Perrin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationPEH-rin / ˈpɛrɪnFrench; English
Meaning
French: rock; English: little Peter
Historical & Cultural Background
Perrin is derived from the French surname and given name Pierre, which means 'rock' or 'stone'. It has been used as a first name in France and has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with strength and stability due to its meaning. In literature, Perrin has been used as a character name, reflecting its cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Perrin has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining a unique choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Perry
- Perin
International Variants
- Perrin (French)
- Pere (Catalan)
- Piero (Italian)
Famous people named Perrin
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Perrin was first seen in the United States in 1899. Perrin has ranked as high as #1341 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Utah, Florida, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Perrin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Perrin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 11 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1955 | 12 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 15 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 15 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 32 |
| 2007 | 47 |
| 2008 | 29 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 44 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 40 |
| 2018 | 47 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 36 |
| 2024 | 30 |