Masculine dossier · first seen 1880
Peter
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
#187 boys’ name in 2025
Peak era
1957
Peak births
11,603
Current vitality
Healthy
Peak generation
Boomer
1880Peak 19572025
Quick answers about Peter
How many people are named Peter?
An estimated 399,594 living Americans are named Peter.
How rare is Peter?
Peter is moderately uncommon among babies today, with 1,954 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 83.2% from its 1957 peak. It was the #187 boys’ name in 2025.
How old is the typical Peter?
The median age of a living American named Peter is approximately 55 years, with most bearers falling between 37 and 68 years old.
Is Peter still popular?
Yes. Peter is holding steady, with 1,954 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1957
Decline from peak
83.2%
2025
1,954
All-time
589,588