Peter
boy name#187 in 2025Peter entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #31 in 1880, ranks #187 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#187
rank today
#31
peak (1880)
1,954
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #38 |
| 1890s | #50 |
| 1900s | #58 |
| 1910s | #51 |
| 1920s | #58 |
| 1930s | #56 |
| 1940s | #39 |
| 1950s | #38 |
| 1960s | #41 |
| 1970s | #51 |
| 1980s | #60 |
| 1990s | #90 |
| 2000s | #156 |
| 2010s | #205 |
| 2020s | #205 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Peter has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 399,000 people named Peter are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Peter alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Peter in 2025?
- Peter ranks #187 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,954 babies given the name.
- When was the name Peter most popular?
- Peter peaked in 1880, reaching #31 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Peter with classmates?
- Peter will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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