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Bryce vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Bryce Rank #297
Peter Rank #192

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #297 for Bryce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bryce or Peter more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Bryce at #297 in the United States.

What do Bryce and Peter mean?

Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Bryce and Peter boy or girl names?

Bryce is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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