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Peter vs Brody

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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Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peter Rank #192
Brody Rank #224

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Brody more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Peter and Brody mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Peter and Brody boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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