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Jeffrey vs Pierce

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pierce

Boy #541 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#541
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jeffrey Rank #521
Pierce Rank #541

Jeffrey is more popular, ranked #521 vs #541 for Pierce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jeffrey or Pierce more popular?

Jeffrey is more popular, ranked #521 compared to Pierce at #541 in the United States.

What do Jeffrey and Pierce mean?

Jeffrey means "pledge of peace" (Germanic origin). Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Jeffrey and Pierce boy or girl names?

Jeffrey is primarily a boy name. Pierce is primarily a boy name.

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