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Peter vs Raymond

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
Raymond Rank #380

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #380 for Raymond.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Raymond more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Peter and Raymond mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Peter and Raymond boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.

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