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Wyatt 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

Wyatt Rank #38
Peter Rank #192

Wyatt is more popular, ranked #38 vs #192 for Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wyatt or Peter more popular?

Wyatt is more popular, ranked #38 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Wyatt and Peter mean?

Wyatt means "brave in war" (Old English origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Wyatt and Peter boy or girl names?

Wyatt is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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