| Meaning | rock, stone |
| Origin | English, French |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Pearce |
About Pearce
Pearce brings refined simplicity to the naming landscape, a single-syllable choice that speaks volumes through its conciseness. This name carries a genteel quality, evoking images of sophistication and quiet confidence rather than boisterous energy. The unique spelling with "ea" adds visual interest and distinguishes it from the more common Pierce variant, offering subtle individuality. Pearce works beautifully as both a first name and pairs well with longer middle names, providing flexibility in naming combinations. The name's brevity makes it punchy and memorable—people remember Pearce. Its clean, crisp sound suggests efficiency and clarity, qualities that translate well across personal and professional spheres. Pearce avoids the pitfalls of overly trendy names while steering clear of stuffy traditionalism, occupying a comfortable middle ground. The name feels both classic and contemporary, suitable for various personality types from artistic to analytical. For parents who value elegance without ostentation and strength without aggression, Pearce offers a polished choice that wears well across a lifetime.
Nicknames for Pearce
| Pea |
| Percy |
| PC |
Famous People Named Pearce
| Pearce Brosnan | Irish actor known for his portrayal of James Bond |
| Pearce W. Hammond | American artist and sculptor |
| Pearce Higgins | British ornithologist |
| Pearce Paul Creasman | American archaeologist |
| Pearce Hanley | Australian rules footballer |
| Pearce Quinn | British mathematician |
| Pearce Fleming | Irish doctor and inventor of penicillin |
| Pearce Kilgour | Canadian politician |
| Pearce Hansen | American author and journalist |
| Pearce L. Schaudies | American aerospace engineer |
| Pearce Marchbank | British graphic designer |
| Pearce Murphy | British jockey |
| Pearce R. Korb | American physicist |
| Pearce Coady | Canadian lawyer |
| Pearce Hughes | Australian cricketer |
| Pearce Coote | Australian rugby player |
| Pearce Jensen | American composer |
| Pearce Withers | New Zealand politician |
| Pearce Duff | Scottish chemist and industrialist |
| Pearce Reddick | British economist |
Characters Named Pearce
| Pearce Hawker | Character from the novel "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz |
| Pearce Jaxon | Character from the TV series "The 100" |
| Pearce Valiant | Character from the book series "The Ember War" by Richard Fox |
| Pearce Finnegan | Character from the TV show "Waterloo Road" |
| Pearce Quigley | Character from the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee |
| Pearce Galbraith | Character from the TV series "The Witcher" |
| Pearce Kysely | Character from the book "Caliban's War" by James S.A. Corey |
| Pearce Glickman | Character from the TV show "The Office" - US |
| Pearce Thorne | Character from the book "The Silenced" by Heather Graham |
| Pearce Alder | Character from the TV series "Outlander" |
| Pearce Doherty | Character from the book "The Reversal" by Michael Connelly |
| Pearce Bennett | Character from the movie "The Great Escape" |
| Pearce Riley | Character from the TV show "Home and Away" |
| Pearce McGregor | Character from the book "Whiskey Beach" by Nora Roberts |
| Pearce Donovan | Character from the TV show "CSI - NY" |
| Pearce Parrish | Character from the movie "The Wedding Date" |
| Pearce Hanlin | Character from the book "Arrows of the Queen" by Mercedes Lackey |
| Pearce Harris | Character from the TV series "Gossip Girl" |
| Pearce Whitman | Character from the movie "Riding in Cars with Boys" |
| Pearce Radcliffe | Character from the book "Heart of the Matter" by Emily Giffin |