Pearl
Meaning of Pearl
Pearl is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has an elegant sound and a rich history, making it a popular choice among parents. The name Pearl is pronounced as "purl" in both American English (/pɜrl/) and British English (/pɜːl/). One variation of the name is Perla.
In the United States, the name Pearl has been consistently used over the years. In recent times, it has been moderately popular, ranking between 700-800 in terms of occurrence. However, its popularity has seen some fluctuations throughout the years. In the early 1900s, Pearl was much more commonly given to newborn girls, with rankings ranging from 20-60 during that period.
The name Pearl evokes images of beauty and elegance. It is often associated with purity and wisdom, as pearls are regarded as precious gems symbolizing these qualities. Choosing the name Pearl for your baby girl would give her a timeless and sophisticated identity that will stand out in any crowd.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as purl (/pɜːl/)
American English
- Pronunced as purl (/pɜrl/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
States Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Pearl
| Pearl S. Buck - Pearl Comfort Sydenstricker Buck was a renowned American writer and novelist, best known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Good Earth and for being the first American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. |
| Pearl Connor-Mogotsi was a pioneering Trinidadian-born theatrical and literary agent, actress, and cultural activist who championed African Caribbean arts in the UK. |
| Pearl Gonzalez is a former UFC competitor and current strawweight division fighter for Invicta Fighting Championships. |
| Pearl, also known as Pearl Liaison, is the stage name of Matthew James Lent, an American drag performer and record producer who gained fame on RuPaul's Drag Race. |
| Sithembile Xola Pearl Thusi is a South African actress, model, and presenter known for her roles in The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Quantico, Catching Feelings, and as the title character in Netflix's Queen Sono. |
| Pearl I. Young was the first female technical employee at NACA, which later became NASA, and went on to become Chief Technical Editor at NACA's Langley Instrument Research Laboratory and an engineering professor. |
