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Pete vs Arch

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pete

Boy #3,090 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,090
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Pete Rank #3,090
Arch Rank #3,224

Pete is more popular, ranked #3090 vs #3224 for Arch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pete or Arch more popular?

Pete is more popular, ranked #3090 compared to Arch at #3224 in the United States.

What do Pete and Arch mean?

Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Arch means "truly brave, genuinely bold" (Germanic origin).

Are Pete and Arch boy or girl names?

Pete is primarily a boy name. Arch is primarily a boy name.

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