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Peter vs Logan

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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Logan

Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#46
Total SSA Count
6,267
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peter Rank #192
Logan Rank #46

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Logan more popular?

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Logan mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Peter and Logan boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Logan is primarily a boy name.

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