Perry Medlin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Perry Medlin — English
74K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Perry Medlin 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 Medlin: Brian Herbert Medlin (1927–2004), Australian philosopher Dan Medlin (born 1949), American football player John Medlin (1933–2012), American businessman Lee Medlin (born 1964), American cyclist Lex Medlin (born 1969), American actor Lu Long Ogburn Medlin (1932–2025), American beauty queen Richard Medlin (born 1987), American football player Steve Medlin (born 1944), American rancher 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: Medlin

English

Brian Herbert Medlin (1927–2004), Australian philosopher Dan Medlin (born 1949), American football player John Medlin (1933–2012), American businessman Lee Medlin (born 1964), American cyclist Lex Medlin (born 1969), American actor Lu Long Ogburn Medlin (1932–2025), American beauty queen Richard Medlin (born 1987), American football player Steve Medlin (born 1944), American rancher

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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 Medlin

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 Medlin:

4
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

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 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 Medlin?
The surname Medlin originates from English. Brian Herbert Medlin (1927–2004), Australian philosopher Dan Medlin (born 1949), American football player John Medlin (1933–2012), American businessman Lee Medlin (born 1964), American cyclist Lex Medlin (born 1969), American actor Lu Long Ogburn Medlin (1932–2025), American beauty queen Richard Medlin (born 1987), American football player Steve Medlin (born 1944), American rancher
How common is the surname Medlin?
The surname Medlin is shared by approximately 11K people worldwide.
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