| Meaning | pear tree |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Perry |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Per-ry |
Perry, a delightful name of English origin, holds a charming meaning - "pear tree" or "dweller near the pear tree." It exudes a sense of natural beauty and tranquility, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name with a gentle and timeless appeal.
The name Perry has an endearing simplicity to it, while also carrying a touch of elegance. Its variations like Peri, Parry, and Pery offer flexibility, allowing parents to choose the version that resonates best with them. As for nicknames, the popular options include Per and Perry-boy, adding an affectionate touch to the name.
Throughout history, various noteworthy figures have borne the name Perry, from accomplished singers and actors to talented athletes and inventors. Moreover, this name has also found its place in the realm of fiction, creating memorable characters in literature, TV shows, and movies.
Whether inspired by its sweet botanical reference or its association with accomplished individuals, naming a baby boy Perry bestows upon him a name that is both gentle and strong, suitable for a lifetime of successes and adventures.
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| Pete |
| Pez |
| Perry Como | American singer and television personality |
| Perry Smith | One of the killers in Truman Capote's "In Cold Blood" |
| Perry Ellis | American fashion designer |
| Perry Saturn | American professional wrestler |
| Perry King | American actor |
| Perry Chen | Co-founder of Kickstarter |
| Perry Fenwick | British actor |
| Perry McCarthy | British racing driver and "The Stig" on Top Gear |
| Perry Lopez | American actor |
| Perry Moore | American basketball player and coach |
| Perry Edwards | Member of the British girl group Little Mix |
| Perry Wallace | First African-American basketball player in the SEC |
| Perry Groves | Former English footballer |
| Perry Mattfeld | American actress |
| Perry Jones | American basketball player |
| Perry Blackwell | Former American football player |
| Perry Kitchen | American soccer player |
| Perry Mallette | American boxer |
| Perry Rhodan | Character and hero of a German sci-fi series |
| Perry Cox | From the TV series "Scrubs" |
| Perry Mason | Fictional defense attorney in novels, TV shows, and films |
| Perry the Platypus | Secret agent character from "Phineas and Ferb" |
| Perry White | Editor-in-chief of the Daily Planet in Superman comics |
| Perry the Perv | Character from the movie "Porky's" |
| Perry Robinson | Character from the film "Mr. Holland's Opus" |
| Perry van Shrike | a.k.a. The Plague - Character from the movie "Hackers" |
| Perry King | Character from the movie "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas" |
| Perry Serio | Character from the movie "Party Monster" |
| Perry Parkhurst | Character from the book "The Catch Trap" by Marion Zimmer Bradley |
| Perry Armitage | Character from the book "The Silent Governess" by Julie Klassen |
| Perry Palomino | Character from the "Experiment in Terror" book series by Karina Halle |
| Perry Wright | Character from the TV series "Big Little Lies" |
| Perry Jenkins | Character from the TV series "The Fosters" |
| Perry Delloplane | Character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Perry Keet | Character from the movie "Son of Flubber" |
| Perry Bennett | Character from the movie "D.A.R.Y.L" |
| Perry Gordon | Character from the TV series "Beverly Hills, 90210" |
| Perry Lafferty | Character from the TV series "Mad Men" |
| Perry Rollins | Character from the movie "Stormy Weather" |