Pierce

At a Glance: Name: Pierce – Meaning: rock or stone, as a variant of Peter – Origin: English (medieval variant of Piers/Peter) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: PEERSS

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Pierce is a classic English boy's name, a medieval variant of Piers and Peter, and it means "rock or stone." It's pronounced PEERSS, and it has a timeless, classic feel that suits a parent who wants something familiar but not overused.

Meaning & Origin of Pierce

Meaning: Rock or stone, as a variant of Peter.

Origin: English (medieval variant of Piers/Peter).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Pierce

Phonetic: PEERSS   IPA: /ˈpɪrs/

Popularity of Pierce

Pierce ranked #540 in the U.S. in 2024, with 553 babies given the name. Its peak came much earlier, at #394 in 1886, when 21 babies were named Pierce.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Pierce mean?

Rock or stone, as a variant of Peter. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Pierce)

How do you pronounce Pierce?

Pierce is pronounced PEERSS (IPA: /ˈpɪrs/).

Is Pierce a popular name right now?

Pierce peaked at #394 in 1886 and is ranked #540 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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