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Ted vs Pete

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ted

Boy #2,917 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,917
Total SSA Count
43
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Pete

Boy #3,090 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,090
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ted Rank #2,917
Pete Rank #3,090

Ted is more popular, ranked #2917 vs #3090 for Pete.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ted or Pete more popular?

Ted is more popular, ranked #2917 compared to Pete at #3090 in the United States.

What do Ted and Pete mean?

Ted means "gift of God" (Greek origin). Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Ted and Pete boy or girl names?

Ted is primarily a boy name. Pete is primarily a boy name.

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