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Harrison 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

Harrison Rank #121
Peter Rank #192

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Peter more popular?

Harrison is more popular, ranked #121 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Peter mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Harrison and Peter boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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