Perla Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Latin
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Meaning 'pearl', Perla symbolizes purity and beauty.
Meaning of the Name Perla
Perla is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'pearl'. In many cultures, pearls symbolize purity, beauty, and elegance. The name Perla is often associated with these qualities. It can also be seen as a representation of preciousness and rarity, as pearls are considered valuable gems. Perla has a timeless and classic appeal, making it a popular choice for baby girls.
Popularity of the Name Perla
The popularity for the name Perla peaked in popularity in the year 2003 with 1,108 births, which ranked number 562 out of 28,893 unique names for that year. Perla had the most female births in 2003 with 1,108, which ranked number 281 out of 18,435 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 1991 with 8, which ranked number 5,942 out of 9,647 male names for that year. The number of births for the name Perla has declined sharply over the last ten years from 690 births to 206 births, a decline of -70.14%. Among females, Perla has declined sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 690 births to 206 births, a decline of -70.14%.
Nationwide Popularity of Perla
- 20 Year Trend of Perla: -70.61%
- 10 Year Trend of Perla: -70.14%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Perla: -70.14%
Popularity of Perla by State
Among females, Perla was most popular in Southwestern states with 54 births in the region. It was most commonly used in TX, with 49 female births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Perla. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | < 5 | N/A | 5 | 1044 |
| CA | < 5 | N/A | 41 | 789 |
| FL | < 5 | N/A | 8 | 1533 |
| GA | < 5 | N/A | 7 | 1171 |
| IL | < 5 | N/A | 8 | 1038 |
| MD | < 5 | N/A | 7 | 725 |
| NC | < 5 | N/A | 5 | 1436 |
| NY | < 5 | N/A | 11 | 1231 |
| TX | < 5 | N/A | 49 | 659 |
| WA | < 5 | N/A | 5 | 1070 |
2024 Popularity Projections for Perla
- Total Births of Perla: 183 (-11.39%)
- Female Births of Perla: 183 (-11.39%)
Given the downward trend of Perla over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a -11.39% decrease in total births, for a total of 183 births in 2024. For Females, births for Perla have been decreasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 183 female births in 2024, a decrease of -11.39%.