"rock, stone"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Pierce
Pronunciation: [ p-IHRS ]
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Meaning & Origin
"son of Piers, descendant of Peter"
Origin: English
Language: English
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- Associated with Pierce Brosnan (James Bond actor), may feel strongly masculine to some
The Story of Pierce
Pierce is an English surname-turned-given-name, derived from Piers, the medieval English form of Peter. Peter comes from the Greek Petros and Latin Petra, meaning rock or stone. Piers was one of the most popular forms of Peter in medieval England. As a surname, Pierce was common in Ireland, Wales, and England.
Pierce has been rising as a given name for girls in the 2010s-2020s, part of the gender-neutral surname trend. It brings a cool, unisex quality — strong and sleek like a one-syllable surname name.
In medieval England, Piers/Pierce was a common everyman name, appearing in Piers Plowman, one of the greatest works of Middle English literature. As a presidential surname (Franklin Pierce), it carries American historical weight.
Historical Record
Pierce first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 369 babies have been named Pierce in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pierce is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,756 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Franklin Pierce was the 14th President of the United States (1853-1857)
- Piers Plowman (c. 1370) is one of the masterpieces of Middle English literature
- Pierce Brosnan played James Bond in four films (1995-2002)
Pierce in Other Languages
Irish
Piaras
Welsh
Pedr
French
Pierre
Italian
Pietro
Spanish
Pedro
Popularity Over Time
#4,756
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #4,756
- Total SSA Count
- 29
- Cultural Origins
- American English Irish Welsh
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Pi
P
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pierce
What does the name Pierce mean?
"rock, stone" (from Greek). "son of Piers, descendant of Peter" (from English). Pierce is an English surname-turned-given-name, derived from Piers, the medieval English form of Peter. Peter comes from the Greek Petros and Latin Petra, meaning rock or stone. Piers was one of the most popular forms of Peter in medieval England. As a surname, Pierce was common in Ireland, Wales, and England.
What is the origin of the name Pierce?
Pierce has Greek, English, American, Irish, and Welsh origins. In Greek, it means "rock, stone". In English, it means "son of Piers, descendant of Peter".
Is Pierce a boy or girl name?
Pierce is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4756. As a boy name, it is ranked #541. Pierce is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Pierce?
Pierce is pronounced p-IHRS.
How popular is the name Pierce?
Pierce is currently ranked #4756 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Pierce?
Popular middle name pairings include Pierce Elizabeth, Pierce Grace, Pierce Marie, Pierce Anne, and Pierce Skye.
What are good sibling names for Pierce?
Names that pair well with Pierce as siblings include Blake, Monroe, Quinn, Avery, and Logan.
How many syllables does Pierce have?
Pierce has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Pierce a common or rare name?
Pierce is an uncommon name, ranked #4756 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Pierce
Pierce is a girl name with American, English, Irish, and Welsh origins . The name means "rock, stone" in Greek .
Is Pierce a boy or girl name? Pierce is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,756 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #541. Pierce is more commonly used as a boy name.
Pierce is currently ranked #4,756 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Pierce has 1 syllable and is pronounced p-IHRS, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Pierce include Pi and P. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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