Perrin

At a Glance: Name: Perrin – Meaning: diminutive of Pierre (Peter), meaning 'rock' – Origin: French – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: PAIR-in

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Perrin is a French name that works for a boy or girl, a diminutive of Pierre — the French form of Peter — carrying the meaning 'rock.' It's pronounced PAIR-in, and it has an easy, well-traveled feel that reads naturally in more than one language or place. If you want something short, French-rooted, and grounded in real meaning, Perrin is worth a look.

Meaning & Origin of Perrin

Meaning: Diminutive of pierre (peter), meaning 'rock'.

Origin: French.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Perrin

Phonetic: PAIR-in   IPA: /ˈpɛrɪn/

Popularity of Perrin

Perrin reached its highest point in U.S. records in 1899, ranked #1166 with just 5 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it ranked #3747, with 30 babies named Perrin.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1899–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Perrin mean?

Diminutive of pierre (peter), meaning ‘rock’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Perrin)

How do you pronounce Perrin?

Perrin is pronounced PAIR-in (IPA: /ˈpɛrɪn/).

Is Perrin a popular name right now?

Perrin peaked at #1166 in 1899 and is ranked #3747 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1899–2024.)

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