Connor 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
Nicknames
Pete, Per

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Connor Rank #136
Peter Rank #192

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 vs #192 for Peter.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Connor ___

  • Connor James
  • Connor Patrick
  • Connor Michael
  • Connor Ryan
  • Connor Thomas
  • Connor Sean

Peter ___

  • Peter James
  • Peter Alexander
  • Peter John
  • Peter William
  • Peter Henry
  • Peter Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Connor

Finn Liam Declan Siobhan Aoife

If you choose Peter

John Mary Thomas Catherine Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connor or Peter more popular?

Connor is more popular, ranked #136 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Connor and Peter mean?

Connor means "lover of hounds" (Irish Gaelic origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Connor and Peter boy or girl names?

Connor is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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