Origin
English (British)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Perkins is a name often given to boys. Ranked #11696 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a English (British) origin and traditionally means "Son of Peter, signifying the steadfast rock.". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Perkins
Perkins derives from the medieval English diminutive of Peter, rooted in the Greek for rock. It emerged as a surname in Britain before gaining traction as a bold given name. Today it suits parents wanting a distinctive yet approachable choice that suggests reliability and quiet leadership.
Popularity
Currently ranked #11696 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth and introspection.
Craves freedom and adventure.
Expresses creativity and charm.
Serves humanity with compassion.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Embodies Taurus steadiness and loyalty.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Grounded and nurturing presence.
Color Aura
Earth Brown
Element
Earth
Season
Autumn
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Bear
Power Word
Stability
Energy Type
Earth × Autumn
Personality & Traits
Reliable
Always follows through on promises.
Thoughtful
Considers others deeply.
Steady
Provides calm in chaos.
Famous People Named Perkins
Anthony Perkins
American actor known for Psycho.
Carl Perkins
American rockabilly musician.
Perkins in Pop Culture
Perkins
The Umbrella Academy
Historical Events
1880
First recorded as given name in US census.
1950
Peak popularity as surname influence.
International Variations
Perkins in Different Scripts
Перкинс
Cyrillic
パーキンス
Japanese (Katakana)
珀金斯
Chinese (Mandarin)
פרקינס
Hebrew
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Perkins:
Perkins James
Perkins Elias
Perkins Grant
Perkins Miles
Perkins Owen
Perkins Reed
Perkins Theo
Fun Facts & Trivia
Originally a surname meaning little Peter.
Gained use in the American South.
Shares roots with the apostle Peter.
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PUR-kinz
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.