Girl Name · Latin Origin
Perla
Perla — a girl name from the Latin tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Pearl", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Pearl is on your shortlist, Perla belongs in the same conversation.
Perla meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pearl
Origin: Latin naming roots help connect Perla to related Latin baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Perla as P·E·R·L·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Perla is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Perla variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Perlaa, Perlae, Perlay, Perl.
- Nicknames: Per and P.
- Middle names: Pair Perla with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Perla middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Pearl, Perley, Pearlie, Parley, Pecola — full picks on the sibling names for Perla guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Perla? Browse our names like Perla guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Perla
What does the name Perla mean?
Perla means "Pearl" and is of Latin origin.
What is the origin of Perla?
Perla originates in Latin naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Perla?
Perla has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Perla a boy's or girl's name?
Perla is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Perla in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Perla sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Perla?
Names that share Perla's sound and style include Pearl, Perley, Pearlie, Parley, Pecola.
What middle names pair well with Perla?
Good middle-name fits for Perla pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Perla is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Perla is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Perla?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Perla share its rhythm without rhyming — Pearl, Perley, Pearlie all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.