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Adrian vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Peter

Boy #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Dutch Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#192
Total SSA Count
1,889
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Adrian Rank #72
Peter Rank #192

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adrian or Peter more popular?

Adrian is more popular, ranked #72 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Adrian and Peter mean?

Adrian means "from Hadria, of the Adriatic" (Latin origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Adrian and Peter boy or girl names?

Adrian is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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