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Peter vs Atlas

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
Atlas Rank #101

Atlas is more popular, ranked #101 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Atlas more popular?

Atlas is more popular, ranked #101 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Atlas mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Atlas means "to carry, to endure" (Greek origin).

Are Peter and Atlas boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Atlas is primarily a boy name.

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