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Pete vs Bauer

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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Bauer

Boy #3,248 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"farmer, peasant landholder"

Origin: German

Cultural Roots

German Austrian Swiss American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,248
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Pete Rank #3,090
Bauer Rank #3,248

Pete is more popular, ranked #3090 vs #3248 for Bauer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pete or Bauer more popular?

Pete is more popular, ranked #3090 compared to Bauer at #3248 in the United States.

What do Pete and Bauer mean?

Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Bauer means "farmer, peasant landholder" (German origin).

Are Pete and Bauer boy or girl names?

Pete is primarily a boy name. Bauer is primarily a boy name.

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