Henry vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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✓ All Clear

Boy #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

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12 High Risk

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Henry Rank #6

Peter Rank #192

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #192 for Peter.

Is Henry or Peter more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Henry and Peter mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Henry and Peter boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.