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Wilder vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Wilder

Boy #391 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hunter, one who hunts"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#391
Total SSA Count
830
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Wilder Rank #391
Peter Rank #192

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #391 for Wilder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wilder or Peter more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Wilder at #391 in the United States.

What do Wilder and Peter mean?

Wilder means "hunter, one who hunts" (Old English origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Wilder and Peter boy or girl names?

Wilder is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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