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Peter vs Killian

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
Killian Rank #370

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #370 for Killian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Killian more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Killian at #370 in the United States.

What do Peter and Killian mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Killian means "associated with the church" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Peter and Killian boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Killian is primarily a boy name.

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