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Pete vs Ike

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ike

Boy #2,970 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Isaac"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Hebrew

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,970
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Pete Rank #3,090
Ike Rank #2,970

Ike is more popular, ranked #2970 vs #3090 for Pete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pete or Ike more popular?

Ike is more popular, ranked #2970 compared to Pete at #3090 in the United States.

What do Pete and Ike mean?

Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Ike means "short form of Isaac" (Hebrew origin).

Are Pete and Ike boy or girl names?

Pete is primarily a boy name. Ike is primarily a boy name.

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