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Elliot vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
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

Elliot Rank #150
Peter Rank #192

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elliot or Peter more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Elliot and Peter mean?

Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Elliot and Peter boy or girl names?

Elliot is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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