Peregrine

Peregrine is a boy's name that is considered the English form of the late Latin name Peregrinus. The name can be translated with the meanings 'the pilgrim', 'the wanderer', 'the traveler', or 'the stranger'.

What does the name Peregrine mean?

The name Peregrine for boys is an English variant of the late Latin name Peregrinus. Its meanings include 'the pilgrim', 'the wanderer', 'the traveler', and 'the stranger'. The origin of the name lies in the Latin word pĕrĕgrē or pĕrĕgrīnus, which means 'the traveler', 'the pilgrim', 'the stranger', or 'the crusader'. Alternatives include Peregrin, Pellegrin, and Pellegrino, while the diminutive forms Perry and Perryn are common. The female equivalent is Peregrina. The name became famous through Saint Peregrinus Laziosi, a patron saint of cancer patients, who lived in the 13th century. The name was particularly popular among early Christians.

Where does the name Peregrine come from?

Peregrine is a male first name whose origin can be found in Latin. The meaning is 'the pilgrim'. The Latin composition pĕrĕgrē or pĕrĕgrīnus stands for 'the traveler', 'the pilgrim', 'the stranger', and 'the crusader'. The name is used in both English and Latin American contexts.

How do you pronounce Peregrine?

The sound structure and pronunciation of Peregrine is fluid and consists of four syllables. It is pronounced as 'Pe-re-gri-ne' [ˈpɛrɪɡriːn], with soft and clear sounds alternating, creating a harmonious, gentle tone. The consonants give the name a certain distinctiveness. Thus, Peregrine appears elegant and slightly aloof – refined, nuanced, and with a literary flair.

When is the name day of Peregrine?

The name day for Peregrine is celebrated on May 4.

Popularity

In Germany, Peregrine is a relatively common first name. In 2022, it reached the 3,813th place on the list of the most common male first names. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it 7,739th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 8,916th.

Nicknames & pet names

Perry

Famous people

• Peregrine Bingham (poet)
• Peregrine Branwhite (English writer)
• Peregrine Honig (artist from the USA)
• Peregrine Maitland (British cricketer)
• Peregrine O Duibhgeannain (Irish historian)
• Peregrine Phillips (British chemist)
• Peregrine von Auxerre (bishop)