Perrin

Variation of Perry or Peter, English or Greek
"dweller near the pear tree or rock"

Perrin Origin and Meaning

The name Perrin is a girl's name meaning "dweller near the pear tree or rock".

Perrin has been in long use as a surname, derived from Peter, and is now used quietly as a first name. It was given to 37 boys and 12 girls in the US in 2022, an increase over the year before. It has an attractive sound and feel and seems equally usable for both sexes.

Famous People Named Perrin

  • Perrin Kaplan
    American video game executive

Perrin in Pop Culture

  • Perrin
    character in the "Star Trek" series
  • Lea & Perrins
    English manufacturer of marinades and Worcestershire sauce