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Chase 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

Chase Rank #173
Peter Rank #192

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chase or Peter more popular?

Chase is more popular, ranked #173 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Chase and Peter mean?

Chase means "hunter" (Old French origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Chase and Peter boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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