Perry Desai

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Perry Desai — English
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Perry Desai is a name that combines English origins. The first name Perry is a masculine given name of English origin. Perry is a unisex given name. Perry Adair (1899–1953), American golfer Perry Adkisson (1929–2020), entomologist and Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System Perry Anderson (born 1938), British historian and political essayist Perry Anderson (ice hockey) (born 1961), Canadian hockey player Perry Anzilotti (born 1959), American actor Perry A. The surname Desai: Desai (pronounced [d̪eːsaːi]) is an Indian administrative, princely or honorary title and surname. The word is derived from the Sanskrit deśa (country) and svāmī (lord). Desai was a title given to lords, and others who were granted a village or group of villages in Maharashtra, and North Karnataka. The title Desai should not be associated with a particular religion or caste, though a Desai would use the title of Rao or Rai or Raje as a suffix to his name denoting he is a king of those villages, The "Desai" title was given by Maratha emperors, Mughal emperors and by the Deccan sultanates. Perry is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 74K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Perry reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Perry

English

Perry is a unisex given name. Perry Adair (1899–1953), American golfer Perry Adkisson (1929–2020), entomologist and Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System Perry Anderson (born 1938), British historian and political essayist Perry Anderson (ice hockey) (born 1961), Canadian hockey player Perry Anzilotti (born 1959), American actor Perry A.

Surname: Desai

Vietnamese

Desai (pronounced [d̪eːsaːi]) is an Indian administrative, princely or honorary title and surname. The word is derived from the Sanskrit deśa (country) and svāmī (lord). Desai was a title given to lords, and others who were granted a village or group of villages in Maharashtra, and North Karnataka. The title Desai should not be associated with a particular religion or caste, though a Desai would use the title of Rao or Rai or Raje as a suffix to his name denoting he is a king of those villages, The "Desai" title was given by Maratha emperors, Mughal emperors and by the Deccan sultanates.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Perry Desai

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 Perry Desai:

3
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

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 Perry?
The first name Perry originates from English. Perry is a unisex given name. Perry Adair (1899–1953), American golfer Perry Adkisson (1929–2020), entomologist and Chancellor of the Texas A&M University System Perry Anderson (born 1938), British historian and political essayist Perry Anderson (ice hockey) (born 1961), Canadian hockey player Perry Anzilotti (born 1959), American actor Perry A.
When was Perry most popular?
The name Perry reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Desai?
The surname Desai originates from Vietnamese. Desai (pronounced [d̪eːsaːi]) is an Indian administrative, princely or honorary title and surname. The word is derived from the Sanskrit deśa (country) and svāmī (lord). Desai was a title given to lords, and others who were granted a village or group of villages in Maharashtra, and North Karnataka. The title Desai should not be associated with a particular religion or caste, though a Desai would use the title of Rao or Rai or Raje as a suffix to his name denoting he is a king of those villages, The "Desai" title was given by Maratha emperors, Mughal emperors and by the Deccan sultanates.
What are the origins of the name Perry Desai?
The name Perry Desai combines two different traditions: the first name Perry has English roots, while the surname Desai originates from Vietnamese.
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