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Peter vs Christop

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
Christop Rank #317

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #317 for Christop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Christop more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Christop at #317 in the United States.

What do Peter and Christop mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Christop means "Christ-follower".

Are Peter and Christop boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Christop is primarily a boy name.

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