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Peter vs Nash

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
Nash Rank #240

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #240 for Nash.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Nash more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Nash at #240 in the United States.

What do Peter and Nash mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Nash means "at the ash tree" (Old English origin).

Are Peter and Nash boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Nash is primarily a boy name.

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