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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Form of Peter, meaning 'rock'
- Origin
- Danish
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- PEH-der
Peder is the Danish form of Peter, meaning 'rock.' It's a name with real history behind it, tracing back through Danish naming tradition. If you're drawn to short, sturdy names with a clear Scandinavian root, Peder fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Peder
Meaning: Form of Peter, meaning 'rock'.
Origin: Danish.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Peder
PEH-derIPA /ˈpeɪdər/
Popularity of Peder
Peder has been recorded in U.S. baby name data every year from 1894 to 2017. It peaked at #1201 in 1894 with 5 babies given the name, and last appeared at #13743 in 2017, also with a count of 5.
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FAQ
What does the name Peder mean?
Form of Peter, meaning ‘rock’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Peder?
Peder is pronounced PEH-der (IPA: /ˈpeɪdər/).
Is Peder a popular name right now?
Peder peaked at #1201 in 1894 and is ranked #13743 as of 2017. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1894–2017.)
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