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Peter vs Charles

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
Charles Rank #51

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Charles more popular?

Charles is more popular, ranked #51 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Charles mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Charles means "free man" (Germanic origin).

Are Peter and Charles boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Charles is primarily a boy name.

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