Perfect

An uncommon Latin pick — distinctive and rare.

Girl's name| Also boysLatinRising fast Also a pet name
#17034▼ 25in 2024

Meaning & Origin

Perfect is a girl's and boy's baby name of Latin origin, from the Latin perfectus meaning 'complete,' 'finished,' or 'without flaw.' Perfecta and Perfectus were used as given names in early Christian contexts, particularly among martyrs.

Santa Perfecta was a 9th-century Córdoba martyr who chose death over denying her Christian faith. The name carries that radical Christian declaration: this child is complete, finished, lacking nothing — not as hubris, but as a statement of divine workmanship in creation.

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Popularity Over Time

Perfect has 5+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2007.

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Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Perfect
DecadeBirthsTrend
2020s26▲
2000s5—

Year-by-Year Data

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Year-by-year popularity data for the name Perfect
YearBirthsRank
20245#17034
20235#17009
20228#11974
20208#11872
20075#19798

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Perfect as a Boy's Name

Though more common for girls, Perfect has a notable history as a boy's name too, with 12 births since 2018.

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Current rank
12
Total births
2020
Peak year
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Frequently Asked

Can Perfect be used for both boys and girls?
Yes, Perfect is used for both boys and girls. As a girl's name, it currently ranks #17034. As a boy's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Perfect has two lives

Perfect, the baby name
#17034girls
31 babies
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Perfect, the pet name
#7801pet name
8 pets
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (2007–2024) · Methodology