Could this work for a girl.

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Registered: 04-13-2006
Could this work for a girl.
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Mon, 05-22-2006 - 5:35pm

We have a family name that is usually used for a boy but I think it's cuter for a girl. What do you think of Perry for a girl? It's not used very much by either gender so I'm not sure it really matters. I usually don't like unisex names but this is kinda cute. I think for a mn it would take something less traditional but what do you think.

Perry Kendall
Perry Ellison
Perry Addison
Perry Mikelle
Perry Harper
Perry Emersyn
Perry Elyce
Perry Mckinley
Perry Gracyn
Perry Chandler
Perry Michelle
Perry Dawn - maybe not. Sounds kinda like Prairie dog. WDYT

I could go on and on. What do you think. I think it's so cute but I want your opinion. You can be honest, but gentle!!!! Thanks

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Registered: 07-01-2005
Mon, 05-22-2006 - 11:33pm

I love Perry for a girl.

Dawn

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Registered: 04-22-2006
Tue, 05-23-2006 - 12:13pm

My favorites from your list are:

Perry Kendall
Perry Mckinley
Perry Michelle

 

 

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Registered: 04-05-2006
Tue, 05-23-2006 - 1:26pm

I almost suggested Perry Elizabeth, but then thought it sounded too much like Perry Ellis, the clothing designer (as pp mentioned with Perry Elise).

I do like Perry Geneva! Very cool sound to that.

Other possibilities:

Perry Genevieve
Perry Isabel
Perry Kate
Perry Violet

HTH!!

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Registered: 12-20-2005
Tue, 05-23-2006 - 1:44pm

It's cute but I can't get past Perry Como. I'm 39 and don't ask me why that name sticks out in my mind. The good news is, no one from this generation will know who he is/was.
I say go for it!

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Registered: 04-13-2006
Tue, 05-23-2006 - 1:56pm
Loved your comment!!! Thanks.

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