What is the origin of the name Perpetua?

Perpetua is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Perpetua?

Perpetua is currently ranked #8805 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Perpetua?

Perpetua is pronounced per-PEH-choo-uh.

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Perpetua

per-PEH-choo-uh

Popularity

#8805

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

177

Peak Year

#22 in 2022

First Recorded

2007

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

From the Latin 'perpetuus,' meaning 'constant' or 'everlasting.' This name carries a strong sense of endurance and timelessness.

Nickname Watch

Perpi Pepa

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Numerology

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

Saint Perpetua
Early Christian martyr known for her faith and courage.

Nicknames

Perpi Pepa

Spelling Variations

Perpetua

Similar Names

Felicity Constance Gloria Veridian

Personality Traits

steadfastresilientwisedevoted

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