Perez

Meaning of Perez

Perez, rooted in the Hebrew word Pérez meaning “breach” or “burst forth,” carries with it a quietly powerful legacy that spans millennia: as the son of Judah and Tamar in Genesis, he symbolizes resilience and the unexpected turn of fate that prefigures a royal lineage culminating in King David. Overlaid on this ancient foundation is its life as a Spanish surname, pronounced peh-RETH (/peˈreθ/), which lends the name a crisp, continental resonance. In modern America, Perez remains something of a charming undercurrent—an average of eight newborn boys per year have received the name in recent seasons, ranking it just beyond the 900th spot on national charts. This consistent yet modest presence suggests that parents drawn to Perez appreciate its blend of storied depth and off-the-beaten-path distinction: not the ubiquitous playgroup pick, but a name that quietly announces both heritage and individual flair.

Pronunciation

Spanish

• Pronunced as peh-RETH (/peˈreθ/)

• Peretz