Perri

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Perri Pronunciation

Perri is pronounced PEH-ree /ˈpɛr.i/High

Meaning: From Old English pyrige, 'pear tree' — 'dweller by the pear tree' — the feminine-styled spelling of PerryMedium

In 30 seconds: By the pear tree, with an -i flourish: Perri is the girls' spelling of Perry — 'dweller by the pear tree' — crisp, sporty, and unisex-cool. Orchard roots, modern lettering.

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MeaningFrom Old English pyrige, 'pear tree' — 'dweller by the pear tree' — the feminine-styled spelling of Perry

U.S. rank (2024)#3675 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births42 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1958

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,422

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Perri is the feminine-styled spelling of Perry — from Old English pyrige, 'pear tree', a surname for someone dwelling by one. The -i ending shifts it toward girls, in the brisk unisex-surname family of Reese and Quinn.

It registers thinly for girls in recent records. Rare, orchard-rooted, and sporty-fresh.

Did you know? Perry began as a place-name for anyone living near a pear tree (Old English pyrige); the cider made from those pears is still called 'perry' today.

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Behind the Name — Perry — surname etymology

Variations

PerryPerriePeri

Nicknames

Per

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If you like Perri…

Perry— the standard spelling of the same name

Reese— a fellow unisex surname for girls

Quinn— the companion crisp one-word name

Sydney— another sporty surname-name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Perri?

Perri is pronounced PEH-ree (/ˈpɛr.i/). Press play above to hear Perri said aloud.

How do you say Perri?

Perri is said PEH-ree (/ˈpɛr.i/). Press play above to hear Perri said aloud.

What does the name Perri mean?

Perri comes from Old English for 'pear tree' — 'dweller by the pear tree' — a feminine spelling of Perry.

Is Perri a boy or girl name?

Perri is used for both sexes; this -i spelling leans female.

How popular is Perri?

Perri is a rare name for girls in the U.S.