UK boy's name
Peregrin
A masculine name of Latin origin meaning "wanderer" or "pilgrim".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Peregrin is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Peregrin popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2015 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Peregrin. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Peregrin ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 3 boys were registered as Peregrin.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Peregrin as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Peregrin mean?
The name Peregrin has its origins in the Latin language, derived from the word "peregrinus," which means "foreigner" or "traveler." This name was commonly used during the Roman era, particularly among those who traveled extensively or lived abroad.
In the early centuries of Christianity, the name Peregrin gained significance as it was borne by several saints and martyrs. One of the most notable was Saint Peregrine, a 5th-century Italian saint and the patron saint of cancer patients. He was born around 425 AD in Forlì, Italy, and is renowned for his miraculous healing powers.
Another historical figure with the name Peregrin was Peregrine Bertie, an English nobleman who lived during the 16th century. He was born in 1555 and served as the 13th Baron Willoughby de Eresby. Peregrine Bertie played a significant role in the English Civil War, initially supporting King Charles I but later switching sides to the Parliamentarians.
In literature, the name Peregrin is perhaps most famously associated with the character Peregrin Took, also known as Pippin, from J.R.R. Tolkien's acclaimed fantasy novel "The Lord of the Rings." Pippin, a hobbit and one of the central characters, embarks on an epic journey across Middle-earth, showcasing the qualities of bravery and loyalty that the name Peregrin represents.
Another notable bearer of the name was Peregrine Pickle, the protagonist of Tobias Smollett's 1751 novel of the same name. Peregrine Pickle was a mischievous and adventurous character, reflecting the wandering and exploratory nature associated with the name Peregrin.
Peregrine Osborne, born in 1886, was an English writer and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for the Conservative Party. He was also a prolific author, publishing several novels and works of non-fiction during his lifetime.
In the realm of aviation, Peregrine Cascoigne Massingberd, born in 1909, was a pioneering British aviator and air racing champion. He held several speed records and won numerous air races, solidifying his place in aviation history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Peregrin over time
The chart below shows babies named Peregrin registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Peregrin, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Peregrin by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Peregrin was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Peregrin
- Patrick 17,559
- Peter 13,150
- Paul 8,542
- Philip 4,997
- Parker 4,664
- Phoenix 3,865
- Preston 3,370
- Prince 1,782
- Patryk 1,763
- Phillip 1,697
- Percy 1,395
- Perry 1,015
FAQ
Peregrin: questions and answers
How popular is the name Peregrin in the UK right now?
In 2020, Peregrin was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Peregrin most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 3 babies registered as Peregrin in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Peregrin?
A masculine name of Latin origin meaning "wanderer" or "pilgrim".
How many people are called Peregrin in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Peregrin across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.