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Peter vs Kade

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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Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peter Rank #192
Kade Rank #346

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #346 for Kade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Kade more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Kade at #346 in the United States.

What do Peter and Kade mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin).

Are Peter and Kade boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Kade is primarily a boy name.

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