Olivia 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

Olivia Rank #1
Peter Rank #192

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #192 for Peter.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

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 Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

If you choose Peter

John Mary Thomas Catherine Elizabeth

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Olivia or Peter more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Peter at #192 in the United States.

What do Olivia and Peter mean?

Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Olivia and Peter boy or girl names?

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

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