Perrins

Perrins is a surname of French origin derived from Perrin, a diminutive of Pierre (Peter). In English-speaking contexts, the form Perrins often indicates a patronymic lineage, meaning “descendants of Perrin.” The name appears in the United Kingdom, the United States, and other English-speaking countries, reflecting historical migration and anglicization of French-origin names.

A notable association with the name is Lea & Perrins Worcestershire sauce. The product was created in Worcester, England, in the 1830s by John Lea and William Henry Perrins. According to the company history, they refined an older recipe and began commercial production, resulting in a sauce that achieved international distribution and enduring brand recognition. The Perrins surname continues to be linked to the product through the brand name.

Notable individuals bearing the surname include William Henry Perrins, cofounder of Lea & Perrins, as well as others across various fields such as business, academia, and the arts. In onomastic and genealogical references, Perrins is listed among French-origin surnames that became established in English-speaking regions during the medieval and early modern periods.