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Graham vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
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

Graham Rank #129
Peter Rank #192

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graham or Peter more popular?

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Graham and Peter mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Graham and Peter boy or girl names?

Graham is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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