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Roman vs Peter

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

Roman Rank #52
Peter Rank #192

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roman or Peter more popular?

Roman is more popular, ranked #52 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Roman and Peter mean?

Roman means "citizen of Rome, Roman" (Latin origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Roman and Peter boy or girl names?

Roman is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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