Rising since 2022, #9,714 for boys today.
Popularity of Perez since 1954
Babies named Perez per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 31 |
| 1960s | 42 |
| 1970s | 91 |
| 1980s | 107 |
| 1990s | 122 |
| 2000s | 71 |
| 2010s | 92 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Perez is a patronymic surname turned given name, primarily used for boys in the United States. It first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1954, derived from the Spanish and Portuguese name Pedro, meaning 'rock'. The name reached its peak popularity in 1991, though it remains relatively rare. In 2025, it ranked 9,714th, with an estimated 1 in 244,011 boys receiving the name. Notably, Perez has been rising in use since 2022, reflecting a broader trend of surname-inspired first names. While its top states are not recorded, its usage is likely concentrated in Hispanic communities. As a modern adaptation of a common surname, Perez offers a distinctive yet culturally rooted option.
Perez is a patronymic surname derived from the given name Pedro, the Spanish and Portuguese form of Peter, which ultimately comes from the Greek petros meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. As a given name, it is a modern use of the surname, particularly among Hispanic families in the United States. The name has been recorded since the mid-20th century, reflecting a trend of using surnames as first names.
Sibling names for Perez
Names that share Perez's style, for a brother or sister.
