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Perkin Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "perkin" is "little peter", and is used often for "boys".

Name
perkin
Meaning
little peter
Pronunciation
pur-kin
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Perkin Name Details

Perkin is a diminutive form of the name Peter, which is derived from the Greek name Petros meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. It was a popular nickname in medieval times and was often given to young boys named Peter or Pierre. Perkin has historical significance due to its association with Perkin Warbeck, a pretender to the English throne in the 15th century.

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