How Popular (or Rare) was Pearl in 2022?

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง England & Wales โ€ข Girl

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#248
2022 Rank
192
2022 Births
#218
Best Rank (2019)
234
Peak Year (2017)
3,696
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 1,373
Rarity Factor (2022)
Popularity Position
Top 3%
Among UK girls' names in 2022
Moderately Popular ยท 1 in 1,373 births

๐Ÿ“Š The Pearl Story

Pearl is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #248 in 2022 with 192 recorded births. This places Pearl in the top 3% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Moderately Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 234 births ranking #221. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 611.1%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 1,373 girls born was named Pearl. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.

Popularity Trend (1996โ€“2025)

๐Ÿ“… Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from England & Wales; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: English from the gemstone word  |  Meaning: pearl

Pearl is a classic gem name with a calm, vintage glow. It feels simple, precious, and quietly elegant.

Long used in English-speaking countries, Pearl later softened in popularity before returning with the revival of old jewellery-style names. Its direct meaning gives it unusual clarity.

Did you know?Pearl shares its gemstone image with Margaret at a deeper etymological level, though the two names sound completely different.
Similar namesOpal, Ruby, Mabel, June, Olive

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