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Peter vs Ashton

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
Ashton Rank #188

Ashton is more popular, ranked #188 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Ashton more popular?

Ashton is more popular, ranked #188 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Ashton mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Ashton means "ash tree town" (Old English origin).

Are Peter and Ashton boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Ashton is primarily a boy name.

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