Perrine
“rocky land”
France origin · Girl name
#1429US 2023
771Births / yr
→Stable
24All-time births
📅 Since 191900
How to pronounce Perrine
per·REE·nee
/pɝ.ˈriː.niː/ · stress on REE · 3 syllables
“rocky land”
France origin · Girl name
What does Perrine mean and where does it come from?
Perrine is a French feminine given name that is derived from 'Pierre', meaning 'rock'. Often used in France and Belgium, this name has medieval origins and has been popular among French-speaking communities. Variants of this name can also be found in other languages, such as 'Perrina' in Italian. Th
Cultural significance
Perrine has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of rocky land.
Peak popularity
Reached #4791 in 1919 — currently #1429 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Perrine?
Perrine works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Perrine Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Perrine Rose
Floral · soft ending
Perrine Mae
Sweet · timeless
Perrine Claire
French influence · crisp
Perrine Jane
Literary · strong
Perrine Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Perrine right now?
Holding steady — currently #1429 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Perrine
Perrine entered American naming records in 1919 and has been in use for over 105 years. With 24 total births recorded, Perrine remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8336 in 1980 to #1429 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Perrine in 1919:
Perrine by decade
Perrine peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 | |
| 1980s | 7 | |
| 2010s ★ | 11 |
Perrine has only 24 total recorded births since 1919 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Perrine?
Common
PerPeIne
What names sound and feel like Perrine?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Perrine also consider these
How is Perrine written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Perrine?
Pjetër ALBANIANBotros ARABICBoutros ARABICButrus ARABICBedros ARMENIANPetros ARMENIANPeio BASQUEPeru BASQUEPetri BASQUEPetros BIBLICAL GREEKPetrus BIBLICAL LATINPeter BIBLICALPer BRETONPerig BRETONPierrick BRETONPenko BULGARIANPetar BULGARIANPere CATALANBotros COPTICBoutros COPTICButrus COPTICPetru CORSICANPejo CROATIANPerica CROATIANPero CROATIANPetar CROATIANPetr CZECHPeder DANISHPeer DANISHPer DANISHPeter DANISHPeter DUTCHPetrus DUTCHPier DUTCHPiet DUTCHPieter DUTCHBRITISH(Piers ENGLISHPeers ENGLISHPete ENGLISHPeter ENGLISHPetro ESPERANTOPeeter ESTONIANPetur FAROESEPekka FINNISHPetri FINNISHPetteri FINNISHPietari FINNISHPierre FRENCHPierrick FRENCHPitter FRISIANPetre GEORGIANPeter GERMANPetrus GERMANPetros GREEKPika HAWAIIANPéter HUNGARIANPeti HUNGARIANPétur ICELANDICPeadar IRISHPiaras IRISHPier ITALIANPierino ITALIANPiero ITALIANPietro ITALIANPit LIMBURGISHPitter LIMBURGISHPetras LITHUANIANPece MACEDONIANPetar MACEDONIANPetre MACEDONIANPetera MAORIPiers MEDIEVAL FRENCHPetruccio MEDIEVAL ITALIANPeder NORWEGIANPeer NORWEGIANPer NORWEGIANPeter NORWEGIANPetter NORWEGIANPèire OCCITANPetru OLD CHURCH SLAVICPiotr POLISHPedrinho PORTUGUESEPedro PORTUGUESEPetre ROMANIANPetrică ROMANIANPetru ROMANIANPetia RUSSIANPetya RUSSIANPyotr RUSSIANPedru SARDINIANPeadar SCOTTISHPejo SERBIANPerica SERBIANPero SERBIANPetar SERBIANPeter SLOVAKPeter SLOVENEPedro SPANISHPeder SWEDISHPeer SWEDISHPehr SWEDISHPelle SWEDISHPer SWEDISHPeter SWEDISHPetter SWEDISHPierre SWEDISHPetro UKRAINIANPedr WELSHPearce ENGLISHPierce ENGLISH
Common questions about the name Perrine
What does the name Perrine mean?
Perrine means "rocky land" — a name rooted in France 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 Perrine?
Perrine 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 Perrine?
Perrine originates from France tradition. France 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 Perrine?
Perrine is a three-syllable name pronounced P ER0 R IY1 N IY0. 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 Perrine?
Perrine pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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