Liam vs Pete

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pete

Boy #3,090 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,090
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Liam Rank #1
Pete Rank #3,090

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3090 for Pete.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Liam ___

  • Liam James
  • Liam Alexander
  • Liam Thomas
  • Liam Michael
  • Liam Patrick
  • Liam Joseph

Pete ___

  • Pete James
  • Pete Michael
  • Pete David
  • Pete Thomas
  • Pete Henry
  • Pete George

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Liam

Olivia Emma Noah Charlotte Sophia

If you choose Pete

Sam Tom Jack Dave Ann

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Liam or Pete more popular?

Liam is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Pete at #3090 in the United States.

What do Liam and Pete mean?

Liam means "strong-willed warrior" (Irish origin). Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Liam and Pete boy or girl names?

Liam is primarily a boy name. Pete is primarily a boy name.

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