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Peter vs Callahan

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
Callahan Rank #364

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #364 for Callahan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Callahan more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Callahan at #364 in the United States.

What do Peter and Callahan mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Callahan means "lover of churches" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Peter and Callahan boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Callahan is primarily a boy name.

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