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Vincent 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

Vincent Rank #111
Peter Rank #192

Vincent is more popular, ranked #111 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vincent or Peter more popular?

Vincent is more popular, ranked #111 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Vincent and Peter mean?

Vincent means "to prevail, to win" (Latin origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Vincent and Peter boy or girl names?

Vincent is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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