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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Diminutive of Pierre (Peter), meaning 'rock'
- Origin
- French
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- PAIR-in
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
PAIR-inIPA /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.
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FAQ
What does the name Perrin mean?
Diminutive of Pierre (Peter), meaning ‘rock’. (Source: Wiktionary)
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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