Pierson vs Benaiah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pierson

Boy #1,460 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Peter (son of the rock)"

Origin: Old English/Norman French

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,460
Total SSA Count
124
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Pierson Rank #1,460
Benaiah Rank #1,286

Benaiah is more popular, ranked #1286 vs #1460 for Pierson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pierson or Benaiah more popular?

Benaiah is more popular, ranked #1286 compared to Pierson at #1460 in the United States.

What do Pierson and Benaiah mean?

Pierson means "son of Peter (son of the rock)" (Old English/Norman French origin). Benaiah means "God has built, Yahweh has built" (Hebrew origin).

Are Pierson and Benaiah boy or girl names?

Pierson is primarily a boy name. Benaiah is primarily a boy name.

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