Pearl
Pearl is a gemstone name of Latin origin, derived from the precious organic gem formed inside oysters. It symbolizes purity, wisdom, and beauty, and was especially popular in the Victorian era when jewel names were fashionable.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 348. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 335
- 2012: 368
- 2013: 424
- 2014: 454
- 2015: 461
- 2016: 549
- 2017: 455
- 2018: 460
- 2019: 387
- 2020: 351
- 2021: 385
- 2022: 382
- 2023: 351
- 2024: 351
- 2025: 350
- 2026 (projected): 348
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Currently experiencing a vintage name revival
- •Works well as both first and middle name
- •Strong association with June birthstone
Similar Names
Famous People
Pearl S. Buck
Nobel Prize-winning novelist
Pearl Bailey
Actress and singer
Pearl Mackie
Actress (Doctor Who)
Janis Joplin
Rock singer (born Pearl)
Statistics
159,088
Total births since 1880
1918
Peak year
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