Peter vs Beckett

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
Beckett Rank #166

Beckett is more popular, ranked #166 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Beckett more popular?

Beckett is more popular, ranked #166 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Beckett mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Beckett means "from the brook" (Old English origin).

Are Peter and Beckett boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Beckett is primarily a boy name.

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