Perry Gerhart

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Perry Gerhart — English
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Perry Gerhart 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 Gerhart: Gerhart Baum (1932–2025), German lawyer and politician, Federal Minister of the Interior Gerhart Eisler (1897–1968), German communist politician Gerhart Friedlander (1916–2009), nuclear chemist who worked on the Manhattan Project Gerhart Hauptmann (1882–1946), German dramatist and Nobel Prize winner Gerhart Jander (1892–1961), German inorganic chemist Gerhart Lüders (1920–1995), German theoretical physicist Gerhart M. 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: Gerhart

English

Gerhart Baum (1932–2025), German lawyer and politician, Federal Minister of the Interior Gerhart Eisler (1897–1968), German communist politician Gerhart Friedlander (1916–2009), nuclear chemist who worked on the Manhattan Project Gerhart Hauptmann (1882–1946), German dramatist and Nobel Prize winner Gerhart Jander (1892–1961), German inorganic chemist Gerhart Lüders (1920–1995), German theoretical physicist Gerhart M.

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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 Gerhart

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 Gerhart:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Gerhart?
The surname Gerhart originates from English. Gerhart Baum (1932–2025), German lawyer and politician, Federal Minister of the Interior Gerhart Eisler (1897–1968), German communist politician Gerhart Friedlander (1916–2009), nuclear chemist who worked on the Manhattan Project Gerhart Hauptmann (1882–1946), German dramatist and Nobel Prize winner Gerhart Jander (1892–1961), German inorganic chemist Gerhart Lüders (1920–1995), German theoretical physicist Gerhart M.
How common is the surname Gerhart?
The surname Gerhart is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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