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Piers

Pronunciation: [ p-IHRZ ]

Boy Name #29,844 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Piers is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-IHRZ.

Parents who love the name Piers often also consider Gerad, Rosbel, Aba .

Popularity Over Time

#29,844
Current Rank
Peaked 1952 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#29,844
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Pie Piy

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Frequently Asked Questions About Piers

Is Piers a boy or girl name?
Piers is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Piers?
Piers is pronounced p-IHRZ.
How popular is the name Piers?
Piers is currently ranked #29844 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Piers?
Common nicknames for Piers include Pie and Piy.
Is Piers a common or rare name?
Piers is an uncommon name, ranked #29844 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Piers

Piers is a boy name .

Piers is currently ranked #29,844 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Piers include Pie and Piy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Piers include Pierce, Pierre, Pierson, Piero . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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