Peru Meaning

What does Peru mean?

The name Peru is of Basque origin.

The meaning of Peru is "rock, stone".

Peru is generally used as a boy's name.

It consists of 4 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced Pe-ru.

Peru is a form of Peter. See Peter for further details.

Peru is a great choice for parents looking for a more unique name.

A wonderfully distinctive name.

Peru is unique yet compelling due to its luminous and valiant nature.

In the U.S. in 2018, less than 5 boys were given the name. It ranked 17,435 in baby name popularity for girls with 5 occurrences.

In contrast, the year before less than 5 boys were given the name. Less than 5 girls were given the name.

Want to see how Peru sizes up? How it compares to some other names? Then check out the Peru Name Popularity Page.

Peru is a form of Peter.

What will your new littlePeru be like?

It may all be in the numbers.

The numbers that make up your child's name.

Numerology may give you some insight.

Children named Peru are often loving and efficient but most of all they are read more >>

Would you like to fingerspell the name Peru in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Peru.

Just for fun, see the name Peru in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Peru in Nautical Flags page.