Perilla
peh-RIL-la
Perilla is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “This name has Latin or Greek botanical origins, referring to a type of plant, possibly the perilla herb. It evokes a natural, earthy, and perhaps medicinal quality.”, and peaked in popularity in 1933.
What Perilla Means
“This name has Latin or Greek botanical origins, referring to a type of plant, possibly the perilla herb. It evokes a natural, earthy, and perhaps medicinal quality.”
The Story of Perilla
Consider a name that evokes the calm, grounding essence of nature and ancient botanical wisdom.
Perilla carries Latin or Greek botanical origins, referring to a type of plant, possibly the perilla herb. This name appeared in 1933, a gentle, earthy choice that speaks of natural qualities.
This name is for your daughter, a calm and serene soul. You envision her grounded and natural, possessing a quiet strength and a serene presence that soothes those around her.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#7 in 1933
Total Births
7
First Recorded
1933
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