Peter vs Charlie

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
Charlie Rank #176

Charlie is more popular, ranked #176 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Charlie more popular?

Charlie is more popular, ranked #176 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Charlie mean?

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

Are Peter and Charlie boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Charlie is primarily a boy name.

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