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Tatum 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

Tatum Rank #195
Peter Rank #192

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #195 for Tatum.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tatum or Peter more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Tatum and Peter mean?

Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Tatum and Peter boy or girl names?

Tatum is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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