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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Diminutive of Peter/Piers ('little Peter')
- Origin
- English (medieval diminutive)
- Pronunciation
- PER-kin
Perkin is an English name with medieval origins, formed as a diminutive of Peter or Piers — it literally means 'little Peter.' It offers a way to connect to the name Peter through an older, shortened form rooted in English naming tradition. For parents drawn to Peter, Perkin is a compact alternative with that same root built in.
Meaning & Origin of Perkin
Meaning: Diminutive of Peter/Piers ('little Peter').
Origin: English (medieval diminutive).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Perkin
PER-kinIPA /ˈpɜːrkɪn/
Popularity of Perkin
Perkin does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Perkin mean?
Diminutive of Peter/Piers (‘little Peter’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Perkin?
Perkin is pronounced PER-kin (IPA: /ˈpɜːrkɪn/).
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