Pernella
Girl namePernella has been given to 99 babies in the U.S. since 1904. It peaked in 1925.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
99
Peak year
1925 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1904
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Pernella — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Pernella.
Sibling name ideas for Pernella
Same era and popularity as Pernella, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Pernella?
Pernella has been given to 99 babies in the U.S. since 1904. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Pernella peak?
Pernella peaked in 1925, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Pernella a girl or boy name?
Pernella is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Pernella are girls).
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