Pearla
Meaningpearl · English form of Pearl
Pearla is a Latin girl name meaning “pearl”, with English roots. It's a form of Pearl, so it shares that name's history while sounding a little different. English names tend to be easy to say and spell, which helps them travel well. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It draws on the natural world and shares its name with a color or gem. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationPearla peaked in 1883, which makes it a Victorian-era favorite, the kind of name you'd find on a great-great-grandparent.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Pearla would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 227,273 baby girls got the name in 2025.
- HistoryPearla first shows up in US birth records in 1883, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 142 years since.
US births per million girls, 1883–2025
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About the name Pearla
Pearla is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “pearl”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the open vowel at the end makes it sound soft and warm. It was most fashionable in the 1880s, which gives it a vintage, grandparent-chic charm. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Latin names
More Latin girl names
- Girl name: Olivia · olive tree
- Girl name: Amelia · work, industrious
- Girl name: Mia · possibly beloved
- Girl name: Evelyn · possibly desired
- Girl name: Ava · possibly bird, or life
- Girl name: Violet · violet flower
- Girl name: Aurora · dawn
- Girl name: Lily · lily flower
Questions about the name Pearla
What does the name Pearla mean?
Pearla means “pearl” and comes from English, as a form of Pearl. Other girl names with a similar meaning include Margot (“pearl”), Margaret (“pearl”), Maisie (“pearl”) and Maggie (“pearl”).
What is the origin of the name Pearla?
Pearla is Latin in origin, and its meaning traces back to English. Other Latin names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Amelia (“work, industrious”), Mia (“possibly beloved”) and Evelyn (“possibly desired”).
Is Pearla a boy or girl name?
Pearla is a girl name. In 2025, 7 US girls were named Pearla.
How popular is the name Pearla?
Pearla ranked #11,932 for US girls in 2025, given to 7 babies. Its best year was 1883, when it reached #817.
What names are similar to Pearla?
If you like Pearla, you might also like Margot, Margaret, Maisie and Maggie.
What should I know before naming my baby Pearla?
Pearla is a Latin girl name meaning “pearl”, with English roots. It's a form of Pearl, so it shares that name's history while sounding a little different. English names tend to be easy to say and spell, which helps them travel well. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It draws on the natural world and shares its name with a color or gem. It sounds soft and friendly, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.