Emma 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

Emma Rank #2
Peter Rank #192

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #192 for Peter.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

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 Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Peter

John Mary Thomas Catherine Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Peter more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Emma and Peter mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Peter boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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