Pearline Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Pearline has English origins, derived from the word 'pearl', symbolizing purity and beauty. It evolved from historical forms like Pearl and Perline, maintaining its connection to the meaning of 'little pearl'. While it does not have biblical relevance, it saw usage growth in the late 19th century. Today, Pearline evokes a sense of vintage charm and is not commonly used, although it has variants like Pearl and Perline.
The name Pearline is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Pearline has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Pearline' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 656th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 603rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1234th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3996th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 32490th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Pearline' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pearline"
Pronunciation
/ˈpɜrˌlaɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Pearline is likely derived from the word 'pearl', which is associated with purity and beauty. It may also suggest a connection to the French name 'Perline', a diminutive form of 'perle', meaning 'little pearl'.
Meaning
little pearl
Language Evolution
Pearl, Perline, Pearline
Historical Usage
Pearline gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form derived from the name Pearl.
Variants & Derivatives
Pearl, Perline, Pearla
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Pearline is considered an old-fashioned name, often associated with vintage charm and elegance. It is not widely used today but may appeal to those looking for unique or retro names.
Famous People
Pearline McCoy, an American poet and writer, Pearline Johnson, known for her contributions to community activism
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pearline"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Pearline"
"Pearline" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 656th of 9107 | 2,178 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 603rd of 9204 | 2,362 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1234th of 12526 | 1,337 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3996th of 19264 | 245 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12632nd of 27321 | 60 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 32490th of 35406 | 7 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Pearline" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Pearline" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
74.58% 1056th/1416 |
95.50% 1317th/1379 |
17.03% 403rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
74.45% 1151st/1546 |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
16.87% 397th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
79.70% 1775th/2227 |
80.45% 1955th/2430 |
27.76% 792nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
83.97% 2954th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pearline"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pearline" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.