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Ezra 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

Ezra Rank #13
Peter Rank #192

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ezra or Peter more popular?

Ezra is more popular, ranked #13 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Ezra and Peter mean?

Ezra means "strong, powerful" (Hebrew origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Ezra and Peter boy or girl names?

Ezra is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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