Perel
2025 SSA
About Perel
Perel is a feminine name with Yiddish origins, derived from the word for 'pearl.' This elegant name has historically been used in Jewish communities across Eastern Europe, carrying connotations of preciousness, purity, and quiet beauty—qualities associated with the gemstone itself. While never achieving widespread popularity, Perel has maintained steady usage within traditional Jewish families, often as a way to honor ancestors. The name has a delicate, vintage quality that distinguishes it from the more common Pearl. In contemporary usage, Perel might appeal to parents seeking names with cultural significance and subtle elegance. Its concise form and soft sounds give it a timeless quality, connecting modern bearers to centuries of Jewish heritage and tradition.
Pronounced PER-ul.
As of October 2026, Perel ranked #3125 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3101 for girls in 2024.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,997 | 28 | 15.7 |
| 2015 | #4,690 | 30 | 16.8 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #3,987 | 37 | 21.8 |
| 2019 | #4,418 | 32 | 19.1 |
| 2020 | #4,339 | 32 | 19.8 |
| 2021 | #3,378 | 47 | 28.6 |
| 2022 | #3,874 | 39 | 23.8 |
| 2023 | #3,363 | 48 | 29.9 |
| 2024 | #3,101 | 52 | 32.1 |
| 2025 | #3,125 | 52 | 32.4 |