Peter
Peter is derived from the Greek name Petros, meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' It has deep biblical roots as the name given by Jesus to the apostle Simon, signifying strength and steadfastness.
Current Popularity
#192 for boys
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in most languages
- •Strong historical and religious significance across many cultures
- •Extremely versatile across professional and casual settings
- •Popular internationally with recognizable variations (Pierre, Pedro, Pietro)
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Famous People
Peter Jackson
Film director (Lord of the Rings trilogy)
Peter Dinklage
Actor (Game of Thrones)
Peter Paul Rubens
Baroque painter
Peter Gabriel
Musician and singer-songwriter
Statistics
587,633
Total births since 1880
1957
Peak year
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