Pearl
Pearl Origin and Meaning
While Pearl is predominantly used as a feminine name, it ranked in the US Top 1000 for boys from the 1880s until the 1930s, reaching the Top 200 on several occasions. Pearl fell out of style in general back in the 80s, but has been making a resurgence for girls in recent years.
Derived from the Latin perla, the gemstone is associated with wealth, wisdom, purity, and the the month of June.
Yet to catch on again as a boy name, this might change if parents take inspiration from actor Nico Tortorella and influencer Bethany C. Meyers who chose Pearl as a middle name for their son in 2024. They picked the vintage gem because it worked as a nod to Meyers' dad (whose middle was Earl) and because the stone was meaningful to the couple during their pregnancy journey.
Pearl in Nameberry Forums
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- EJโs generation caf #106
- Name 3 girls and/or 3 boys with my lists
- ๐๐๐พ๐๐๐๐โs home design caf ๐ก
- Tell me names that bring you joy! ๐
- Daughters with JuJuโs list