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Peter vs Blake

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
Blake Rank #265

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #265 for Blake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Blake more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Blake at #265 in the United States.

What do Peter and Blake mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Peter and Blake boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.

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