Holding steady.
Popularity of Pernie since 1883
Babies named Pernie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Pernie's real moment was 1883.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 21 |
| 1890s | 36 |
| 1900s | 61 |
| 1910s | 100 |
| 1920s | 115 |
| 1930s | 39 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Pernie is a name that has seen almost no usage in recorded history. According to Social Security data, the name first appeared in 1883, the same year as its peak usage, with no further records in later decades. As of 2025, the name has not reappeared, making it a true historical curiosity. Its trajectory is stable at near-zero usage. No top states or regional concentrations are associated with Pernie, indicating it was a one-off choice likely for a single individual. The name's obscurity means it carries no established cultural or etymological weight.
Pernie is a rare given name of uncertain etymology. It may have arisen as a nickname or pet form of names such as Pernilla (a Swedish variant of Petronilla) or Pernelle (a French medieval name). Its very low historical usage suggests it was never common and may have been used sporadically as an informal or affectionate form. The name has not seen significant revival in modern times.
Sibling names for Pernie
Names that share Pernie's style, for a brother or sister.
