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Peter vs Griffin

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
Griffin Rank #223

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #223 for Griffin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Griffin more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Griffin at #223 in the United States.

What do Peter and Griffin mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Griffin means "strong lord, powerful chief" (Welsh origin).

Are Peter and Griffin boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Griffin is primarily a boy name.

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