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Peter vs Marshall

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
Marshall Rank #392

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #392 for Marshall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Marshall more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Peter and Marshall mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin).

Are Peter and Marshall boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Marshall is primarily a boy name.

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