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Marshall 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

Marshall Rank #392
Peter Rank #192

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #392 for Marshall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marshall or Peter more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Marshall and Peter mean?

Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Marshall and Peter boy or girl names?

Marshall is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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