Name Profile
Peter
“Rock” — Hungarian
BoyHungarian2 syllablesCurrent rank #192 (2024)
About Peter
Grounded and solid, the Hungarian boy's name Peter carries the strong, unyielding meaning of "rock." This enduring classic offers a comforting familiarity while retaining an air of steadfast reliability.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginHungarian
Syllables2
Nicknames for Peter
TerPetPety
Popularity in the U.S.
Peter ranks #192 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,889 births..
Peter popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Peter had 1,889 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2,480 | #167 |
| 2007 | 2,337 | #177 |
| 2008 | 2,185 | #181 |
| 2009 | 2,009 | #190 |
| 2010 | 1,932 | #193 |
| 2011 | 1,838 | #197 |
| 2021 | 1,785 | #215 |
| 2022 | 1,773 | #213 |
| 2023 | 1,749 | #210 |
| 2024 | 1,889 | #192 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Peter mean?
Peter is commonly linked to the meaning Rock and is associated with Hungarian roots.
Is Peter a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Peter ranks #192 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,889 births..
What are common nicknames for Peter?
Popular nicknames include Ter, Pet, Pety.