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Aidan 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

Aidan Rank #312
Peter Rank #192

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #312 for Aidan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aidan or Peter more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Aidan at #312 in the United States.

What do Aidan and Peter mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Aidan and Peter boy or girl names?

Aidan is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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