Pearse

“Rock”

Ireland origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11891US 2023

6Births / yr

↑Rising

193All-time births

📅 Since 198800

How to pronounce Pearse

PERS

/ˈpɝs/ · stress on PERS · 1 syllable

“Rock”

Ireland origin · Boy name

What does Pearse mean and where does it come from?

Pearse is an Irish name, derived from the Gaelic name 'Piaras', which is the equivalent of the name Peter. The name has historical significance in Ireland, especially due to notable figures like Patrick Pearse, an educator and revolutionary leader during the 1916 Easter Rising. It has roots in both

Cultural significance

Pearse has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of rock.

Peak popularity

Reached #4974 in 1999 — currently #11891 in the US.

🌿

What middle names flow best with Pearse?

Pearse works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Pearse Grace

How popular is Pearse right now?

Rising fast — up 1685 spots — currently #11891 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#11891 · Top 8.8%

1995

2000

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11891	6	▲ up 1685 · +20% births
2021	#13576	5	▼ down 1012
2020	#12564	5	▼ down 3461 · -37% births
2015	#9103	8	▲ up 85
2010	#9188	8	▼ down 1802 · -20% births
2005	#7386	10	▲ up 493 · +25% births
2000	#7879	8	▼ down 336 · +14% births
1995	#7543	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Pearse

Best Year2005Rank #7386

Peak Count10

Average Rank#9891

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1995 - 20238 years

The story of Pearse

Pearse is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1988. With 193 total births recorded, Pearse remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7543 in 1995, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11891 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Pearse in 1999:

Jacob Michael Matthew Joshua Nicholas

Pearse by decade

Pearse peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	6
1990s	47
2000s	67
2010s ★	68
2020s	5

💎Pearse has only 193 total recorded births since 1988 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Pearse?

Common

PeaPeiePeyArse

What names sound and feel like Pearse?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Pearse also consider these

Pearce

England · Old French

Peace

English · Tranquility, harmony, absence

Pearley

English · from the pear

Verse

English · a line of

Rease

English · Ardent, fiery

Peirce

English · English

Penrose

United Kingdom · From the headland

Persey

Greece · Of the sea

Common questions about the name Pearse

What does the name Pearse mean?

Pearse means "Rock" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Pearse?

Pearse is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Pearse have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Pearse?

Pearse originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Pearse?

Pearse is a one-syllable name pronounced P ER1 S. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Pearse sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Pearse flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Pearse ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.