What origin is the name Perez?

Perez comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same hebrew tradition pair naturally with Perez — for example Isabella, Abigail, Elizabeth. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Perez

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Perez

Perez

Boy

Hebrew & Biblical

2 syllables

Perez is a Hebrew boy's name meaning "Divided.".

Parents who choose Perez pick a boy name from the Hebrew tradition, meaning "Divided.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Divided.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Perez

What does Perez mean?

Perez is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Divided.".

How popular is Perez?

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