Boy nameCurrently #1,290 in the USRising
Perseus
//ˈpɜrsiəs//
3 syllablesPeak year: 20247 lettersStarts with P
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Perseus's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Perseus's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Perseus |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 60 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2015 | 51 |
| 2016 | 71 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 93 |
| 2019 | 105 |
| 2020 | 110 |
| 2021 | 128 |
| 2022 | 130 |
| 2023 | 123 |
| 2024 | 152 |
Perseus through the decades
- Perseus peaked in 2024, when 152 babies were named Perseus in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Perseus has risen 335% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Perseus currently ranks #1,290 in the US and is on the rise.