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Tyler 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

Tyler Rank #191
Peter Rank #192

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tyler or Peter more popular?

Tyler is more popular, ranked #191 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Tyler and Peter mean?

Tyler means "tile maker, brick layer" (Old English origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Tyler and Peter boy or girl names?

Tyler is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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