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Peter vs Caden

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
Caden Rank #211

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #211 for Caden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Caden more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Caden at #211 in the United States.

What do Peter and Caden mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Caden means "little fire" (Old Irish (Aodhán) origin).

Are Peter and Caden boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Caden is primarily a boy name.

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