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Origin: British

Meaning: Stone, rock; Little Peter

As baby Perkyn takes their first steps toward their bright future ahead, their name’s meaning will provide the most solid of foundations. An alternative spelling of Perkin, Perkyn is an Old English masculine name that can also be a surname. Meaning “little Peter,” Perkyn is a combination of the elements per, a form of Peter, and the suffix kin, which typically means “little.” If baby Perkyn looks up to someone called Peter, they’ll be thrilled to know their names both mean “stone” or “rock.” Whenever they need a little direction or inspiration, you can tell your Perkyn that the right path is only a stone’s throw away!