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Peter vs Wilder

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
Wilder Rank #391

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #391 for Wilder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peter or Wilder more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Wilder at #391 in the United States.

What do Peter and Wilder mean?

Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin). Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin).

Are Peter and Wilder boy or girl names?

Peter is primarily a boy name. Wilder is primarily a boy name.

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