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Peter vs Aiden

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

Peter Rank #192
Aiden Rank #47

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Aiden more popular?

Aiden is more popular, ranked #47 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Aiden mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Aiden means "Little fire; born of fire" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Peter and Aiden boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Aiden is primarily a boy name.

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