336 Baby Names That Mean 'Pearl'

Graceful pearl-inspired names for your little gem.

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Pearls are rare and valuable gemstones loved for their natural, unblemished beauty. Parents like names that mean ‘pearl’ because they symbolize purity and innocence. According to Greek legends, pearls were believed to be the tears of the gods, reflecting their immense value and beauty (1). In ancient Vedic texts, pearls were said to be the ‘daughters of the Moon,’ born from Earth's waters and blessed by the heavens. In Western cultures, pearls were associated with the goddess of love, Venus, who is believed to have emerged from the sea just like a pearl. Because of their deep symbolism, baby names that mean ‘pearl’ have become favorites among parents for their elegance and beauty. Over time, many pearl-inspired names have grown in popularity across various cultures. One of the great examples is the classic name Margaret, which has been popular for centuries. It comes from the French name Marguerite, inspired by the Greek word margarites, meaning ‘pearl.’ In Arabic, the cute feminine name Lulu means ‘pearl’ and is also loved for its sweet sound and innocent charm. However, it's not just feminine names—masculine names like Moti and Kaustubh, which both mean ‘pearl’ in Sanskrit, are also popular with parents. Choosing a name that means ‘pearl’ is a great way to give your child a meaningful and timeless name. Below is a list of such meaningful names for your little one. Have a look to find the perfect fit for your darling angel.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Margaret	Girl	Pearl
Margot	Girl	Pearl
Maggie	Girl	Pearl
Maisie	Girl	Pearl
Mae	Girl	A bitter pearl; The month of May; Mother; Lovable
Megan	Girl	Pearl; Child of light
Greta	Girl	Pearl
Meghan	Girl	Pearl
Maisy	Girl	Pearl
Dana	Girl	God is my judge; God given; Wise; Pearl; Brave; Wise; Arbiter; Valley of meadow

Margaux	Girl	Pearl
Marjorie	Girl	Pearl
Mazie	Girl	Pearl; Lady; Mistress; Beloved; Sea of bitterness
Rita	Girl	Pearl; Daisy; True; Enlightened; Luminous; Righteous; Free
Lula	Girl	Born at daybreak; Famous warrior; Flower; Pearl
Margarita	Girl	Pearl; Daisy
Marguerite	Girl	Pearl
Maizy	Girl	Pearl
Maisey	Girl	Pearl
Mayzie	Girl	Pearl

Lulu	Girl	Pearl; Famous warrior; Light; Precious; Peaceful
Gretchen	Girl	Pearl
Gretel	Girl	Pearl
Maleigha	Girl	She who is bitter; Full of bitterness; A star of the sea; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Pearl
Maizey	Girl	Pearl
Maha	Girl	Beautiful Eyes; Half moon; Sun; Planet; Mirror; Shining white pearl
Annamae	Girl	Grace; Favor; Sea of bitterness; Pearl; Lovable
Margeaux	Girl	Pearl
Gretta	Girl	Pearl
Mairead	Girl	Pearl

Penina	Girl	One who resembles pearl
Maylynn	Girl	Lovable; Pearl; Lake
Jorie	Girl	Descend; Flow down; Pearl
Mazzy	Girl	A precious pearl
Jumana	Girl	Rarest pearl
Maysie	Girl	Pearl
Moti	Boy	Pearl; Teardrop; Leader
Mamie	Girl	A pearl-like woman; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child
Peggy	Girl	Pearl; Child of light
Meagan	Girl	Pearl

Maezie	Girl	One who is beautiful like a pearl
Marsali	Girl	Pearl; The god of war; Warlike; Male
Marit	Girl	Pearl
Meg	Girl	Pearl
Yue	Girl	Moon; Blessing; Pearl; Tall mountain; Fertile
Meilyn	Unisex	Greater; Sea of bitterness; Pearl
Meaghan	Girl	Pearl
Margie	Girl	Pearl
Masie	Unisex	Pearl
Margarette	Girl	Pearl

Maesie	Girl	Diminutive for Margareth; Pearl
Mame	Girl	One who is considered a mistress of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Pearl
Margalit	Girl	Pearl
Almeta	Girl	A pearl; Ambitious; Poplar grove; Plateau
Maevelyn	Unisex	Greater; Mother; A bitter pearl; Hazelnut; Life
Yao	Unisex	Born on Thursday; Jade; Mother of pearl; Friday
Fareedah	Girl	She who is precious as a pearl
Marka	Girl	Mars; God of war; Male; Warlike; Pearl
Margita	Girl	A name for pearl
Nithila	Unisex	Shining like a pearl

Margherita	Girl	Pearl
Mayzee	Girl	A beloved pearl
Maise	Girl	Pearl
Marzena	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Pearl
Merrin	Girl	A pearl of the sea; Pearl extracted from the sea
Margareth	Girl	Pearl
Margret	Girl	Pearl
Meta	Girl	Pearl; Beyond;
Margery	Girl	One who is as lovely as a pearl
Sadaf	Girl	Seashell; Mother of pearl; Top

Hessa	Girl	Pearl; Portio; Favor; Home ruler; Destiny
Juman	Girl	Pearl
Moukthika	Girl	Pearl
Kaustubh	Boy	A jewel worn by Lord Vishnu; Lord Vishnu's precious pearl; A celebrated jewel obtained from the churning of the ocean
Pearlie	Girl	Pearl; Precious; A gem of the sea; Jewel
Meggan	Girl	A pearl-like beauty
Maegan	Girl	A pearl
Margareta	Girl	Pearl
Inci	Boy	Pearl
Pearla	Girl	Pearl

Pessel	Girl	My pearl
Darelle	Girl	Oaktree; Compassion; Pearl of wisdom
Retta	Girl	Laurel; Pearl; Beloved; Persuasive speech
Maeby	Girl	A bitter pearl; The month of May; Mother; Lovable
Dar	Boy	Mother of pearl; Nacre
Magan	Girl	Protection; Refuge; Pearl; Sunk
Marjory	Girl	Pearl
Maggi	Girl	Woman lovely as a pearl
Majorie	Girl	Pearl
Ma	Girl	Land; Horse; Pearl; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness

Meagen	Girl	A pearl, Precious
Miette	Girl	Small and sweet; Crumb; Pearl
Rito	Unisex	Pearl; Reasonable person
Ghita	Girl	World; Earth; Exalted; Pearl
Jumanah	Girl	Pearl; Rare stone
Chau	Unisex	Pearl; Gem
Margrett	Girl	Pearl
Annecy	Unisex	City of Annecy; Pearl of French Alps
Maegen	Girl	From the name Meg; Pearl
Peggie	Girl	One who is like a precious pearl

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Pearls hold positive connotations in most cultures. Names that mean ‘pearl’ are alluring because they carry a sense of sophistication, as this precious stone was mostly worn by wealthy people in olden times. These names are prevalent in different cultures, indicating their universal appeal. You may choose a pearl-inspired name for your little one if you want a name that is classy and graceful. If you cannot choose, opt for the timeless name Pearl, which is still popular with parents across cultures. However, remember pearl names are used not only for baby girls but also for baby boys.

References

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The History of Pearls.
https://www.americangemsociety.org/birthstones/june-birthstones/history-of-pearls/

Infographic: Beautiful Baby Names That Mean 'Pearl'

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