Perdita

“Lost”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1805US 2023

395Births / yr

→Stable

31All-time births

📅 Since 195400

How to pronounce Perdita

per·DEE·tuh

/pɝ.ˈdiː.tə/ · stress on DEE · 3 syllables

“Lost”

English origin · Girl name

What does Perdita mean and where does it come from?

Perdita is of Latin origin meaning 'lost'. The name gained literary prominence from Shakespeare's play 'The Winter's Tale', in which Perdita is a key character. The name reflects themes of loss and redemption. It has been relatively uncommon but draws interest due to its historical and literary root

Cultural significance

Perdita has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of lost.

Peak popularity

Reached #4721 in 1955 — currently #1805 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Perdita?

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

Perdita Grace

How popular is Perdita right now?

Holding steady — currently #1805 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#1805 · Top 1.3%

1955

1965

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1805	395	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1810	375	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1815	345	▲ up 3846 · +4829% births
1965	#5661	7	▼ down 940 · -12% births
1955	#4721	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Perdita

Best Year2023Rank #1805

Peak Count395

Average Rank#3162

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1955 - 20235 years

The story of Perdita

Perdita entered American naming records in 1954 and has been in use for over 70 years. With 31 total births recorded, Perdita remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4721 in 1955 to #1805 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Perdita in 1955:

Mary Deborah Linda Debra Susan

Perdita by decade

Perdita peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1950s ★	13
1960s	13
1970s	5

💎Perdita has only 31 total recorded births since 1954 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Perdita?

Common

PerPeIta

What names sound and feel like Perdita?

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

Erdita

German · A German name

Petrita

Albania · Albanian

Endrita

English · A English name

Perlina

Latin · Little pearl

Cherita

English · dear or beloved

Melvita

English · honey bee

Pertina

Italian · little rock; stone

Gerrita

Greek · A Greek name

Common questions about the name Perdita

What does the name Perdita mean?

Perdita means "Lost" — a name rooted in English 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 Perdita?

Perdita is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Perdita?

Perdita originates from English tradition. English 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 Perdita?

Perdita is a three-syllable name pronounced P ER0 D IY1 T AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Perdita?

Perdita pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.