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Peter vs Wesley

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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Wesley

Boy #58 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"from the western farmstead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Protestant Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#58
Total SSA Count
5,144
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peter Rank #192
Wesley Rank #58

Wesley is more popular, ranked #58 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Wesley more popular?

Wesley is more popular, ranked #58 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Peter and Wesley mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Wesley means "from the western farmstead" (Old English origin).

Are Peter and Wesley boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Wesley is primarily a boy name.

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