Perla
Perla is a Christian girl name of Spanish and Italian, from Latin origin, meaning “Pearl”.
| Meaning | Pearl |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Spanish and Italian, from Latin |
| Pronunciation | PEHR-lah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Italy, Spain, Argentina |
Meaning and origin of Perla
Perla is the Spanish and Italian word for pearl, traced back to a late Latin form, possibly a diminutive of 'perna', a kind of shellfish. Like other gem names, it became a given name in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, valued for the pearl's associations with purity and rarity. In Spanish-speaking countries it is often heard on its own or in combinations such as Perla María. It is the direct equivalent of the English Pearl.
Is Perla a Christian name?
Perla has no specific religious origin, though Christian writers have long used the pearl as a symbol, recalling the 'pearl of great price' parable in Matthew's Gospel.
How popular is Perla?
Used steadily in Mexico and among Hispanic families in the United States; less common in Spain.
Gifts with the name Perla
- Perla name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Perla baby gifts (Amazon)
- Christian baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Perla
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Perla mean?
Perla means 'Pearl'. It is of Spanish and Italian, from Latin origin.
Is Perla a Christian name?
Perla has no specific religious origin, though Christian writers have long used the pearl as a symbol, recalling the 'pearl of great price' parable in Matthew's Gospel.
How do you pronounce Perla?
Perla is pronounced PEHR-lah.
Is Perla a boy or girl name?
Perla is usually a girl name.