Pearl Clemmons

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Pearl Clemmons — pearl
146K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Pearl Clemmons is a name that combines English origins. The first name Pearl is a feminine given name of English origin. Pearl is a unisex given name derived from the English word pearl, a hard, roundish object produced within the soft tissue of a living, shelled mollusk. Pearls are commonly used in jewelry-making. The name has a history of usage among Jews. Pearl is used as an Anglicization of the Yiddish name Perle. Pearl is also a common Jewish surname. Usage of the name for girls may also have been inspired by the name Margaret, which means "pearl". Pearl came into wider popular use in the Anglosphere along with other gemstone names used for girls during the late Victorian Era. The surname Clemmons: Abel Clemmons (1772–1806), American murderer Alan D. Clemmons (born 1958), American lawyer and politician Beth Clemmons, a fictional character from the CBS crime drama Criminal Minds David Judson Clemmons, American guitarist, singer, and songwriter François Clemmons (born 1945), American singer, actor, playwright, and university lecturer Jessica Clemmons (born 1981), American singer-songwriter John Ray Clemmons (born 1977), American member of the Tennessee House of Representatives Joseph Clemmons (born 1929), American politician Larry Clemmons (1906–1988), American animator, screenwriter, and . Pearl is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 146K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Pearl reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Pearl

Meaning: pearl

English

Pearl is a unisex given name derived from the English word pearl, a hard, roundish object produced within the soft tissue of a living, shelled mollusk. Pearls are commonly used in jewelry-making. The name has a history of usage among Jews. Pearl is used as an Anglicization of the Yiddish name Perle. Pearl is also a common Jewish surname. Usage of the name for girls may also have been inspired by the name Margaret, which means "pearl". Pearl came into wider popular use in the Anglosphere along with other gemstone names used for girls during the late Victorian Era.

Surname: Clemmons

English

Abel Clemmons (1772–1806), American murderer Alan D. Clemmons (born 1958), American lawyer and politician Beth Clemmons, a fictional character from the CBS crime drama Criminal Minds David Judson Clemmons, American guitarist, singer, and songwriter François Clemmons (born 1945), American singer, actor, playwright, and university lecturer Jessica Clemmons (born 1981), American singer-songwriter John Ray Clemmons (born 1977), American member of the Tennessee House of Representatives Joseph Clemmons (born 1929), American politician Larry Clemmons (1906–1988), American animator, screenwriter, and .

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Pearl is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Pearl by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
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Notable People Named Pearl Clemmons

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Pearl Clemmons:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Pearl?
The first name Pearl originates from English. Pearl is a unisex given name derived from the English word pearl, a hard, roundish object produced within the soft tissue of a living, shelled mollusk. Pearls are commonly used in jewelry-making. The name has a history of usage among Jews. Pearl is used as an Anglicization of the Yiddish name Perle. Pearl is also a common Jewish surname. Usage of the name for girls may also have been inspired by the name Margaret, which means "pearl". Pearl came into wider popular use in the Anglosphere along with other gemstone names used for girls during the late Victorian Era.
When was Pearl most popular?
The name Pearl reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Clemmons?
The surname Clemmons originates from English. Abel Clemmons (1772–1806), American murderer Alan D. Clemmons (born 1958), American lawyer and politician Beth Clemmons, a fictional character from the CBS crime drama Criminal Minds David Judson Clemmons, American guitarist, singer, and songwriter François Clemmons (born 1945), American singer, actor, playwright, and university lecturer Jessica Clemmons (born 1981), American singer-songwriter John Ray Clemmons (born 1977), American member of the Tennessee House of Representatives Joseph Clemmons (born 1929), American politician Larry Clemmons (1906–1988), American animator, screenwriter, and .
How common is the surname Clemmons?
The surname Clemmons is shared by approximately 8K people worldwide.
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