Perry
/pehree/ English Male
Meaning & Origin
Perry is a English name meaning "Foreigner, stran...". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh. The etymology of Perry is debated. It may be derived from the Old English word "pirie" meaning "pear tree" or from the Welsh "ap Herry" meaning "son of Harry". Another possibility is that it's a diminutive of Peter.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Male
Phonetic pehree
IPA pɛɹi
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as pehree. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Perry
- · Perry Como - Singer
- · Perry Farrell - Musician
- · Perry Ellis - Fashion Designer
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