Pearl Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Pearl Name at a Glance

Name	Pearl
Meaning	Pearl (after the name of the semi-precious jewel).
Origin	English
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Pearl Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Pearl means “Pearl (after the name of the semi-precious jewel”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Pearl Name Origin

Our database records Pearl under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Pearl a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Pearl is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Pearl

When considering Pearl for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.