Peru Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Peru Name at a Glance

Name	Peru
Meaning	Rock.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Peru Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Peru means “Rock”. 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.

Peru Name Origin

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

Is Peru a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Peru

When considering Peru 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.