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Matteo 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

Matteo Rank #138
Peter Rank #192

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matteo or Peter more popular?

Matteo is more popular, ranked #138 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Matteo and Peter mean?

Matteo means "gift of God" (Hebrew via Italian origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Matteo and Peter boy or girl names?

Matteo is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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