Perry

Meaning of Perry

Perry means "dweller near a pear tree." It can also be a variant of Peter, meaning "rock."

Perry has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Perry

After ranking as high as #679 in 2000, Perry has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Perry

• Perry Como
  Popular singer and entertainer
• Perry Farrell
  Singer of Jane's Addiction
• Perry Ellis
  Fashion designer
• Perry Smith
  Criminal, 'In Cold Blood' subject
• Perry Saturn
  Professional wrestler

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Questions about the name Perry

What does the name Perry mean?

Perry means perry means "dweller near a pear tree." it can also be a variant of peter, meaning "rock.", and it comes from English origins.

Is Perry a boy's or a girl's name?

Perry is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Perry?

Perry did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Perry most popular?

Perry peaked at #679 in 2000.