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Pierce vs Apollo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pierce

Boy #541 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek via Latin

Cultural Roots

English American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#541
Total SSA Count
553
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Pierce Rank #541
Apollo Rank #415

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 vs #541 for Pierce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierce or Apollo more popular?

Apollo is more popular, ranked #415 compared to Pierce at #541 in the United States.

What do Pierce and Apollo mean?

Pierce means "rock, stone" (Greek via Latin origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Pierce and Apollo boy or girl names?

Pierce is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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