Peter
Baby name — meaning, origin & popularity
Boys
Starts with the letter P
2 syllables
5 letters
About the name Peter
Peter is a beautiful baby name. Below you'll find its likely gender, origin patterns, syllable structure and a curated list of similar names — everything you need to decide if Peter is the right fit for your baby.
Quick stats
- Typically used for
- Boys
- Popularity
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Peter mean?
Meanings vary by culture and history. Peter is most commonly associated with positive qualities — explore our app with your partner to dive deeper.
Is Peter a popular baby name?
Popularity changes by year and country. Use our directory to compare Peter with thousands of other names.
What names are similar to Peter?
Look at our 'Similar names' section above for ideas that share the same starting letter or feel.