Pete vs Mercer

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

Popularity Comparison

Pete Rank #3,090
Mercer Rank #3,081

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 vs #3090 for Pete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pete or Mercer more popular?

Mercer is more popular, ranked #3081 compared to Pete at #3090 in the United States.

What do Pete and Mercer mean?

Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Mercer means "cloth merchant, fabric trader" (Old French origin).

Are Pete and Mercer boy or girl names?

Pete is primarily a boy name. Mercer is primarily a boy name.

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