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Peter vs Bentley

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
Bentley Rank #201

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #201 for Bentley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Bentley more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Peter and Bentley mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin).

Are Peter and Bentley boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Bentley is primarily a boy name.

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