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Peter vs Nico

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
Nico Rank #212

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #212 for Nico.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Nico more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Nico at #212 in the United States.

What do Peter and Nico mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Nico means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Peter and Nico boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Nico is primarily a boy name.

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