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Peter vs Elliot

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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Elliot

Boy #150 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my God is the Lord, from Elijah"

Origin: Hebrew via English

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#150
Total SSA Count
2,370
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peter Rank #192
Elliot Rank #150

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Elliot more popular?

Elliot is more popular, ranked #150 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Elliot mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Elliot means "my God is the Lord, from Elijah" (Hebrew via English origin).

Are Peter and Elliot boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Elliot is primarily a boy name.

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