Pete

At a Glance: Name: Pete – Meaning: short form of Peter, meaning 'rock' – Origin: Greek (via Peter) – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: PEET

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Pete is a short form of Peter, which comes from the Greek word for 'rock.' It's pronounced simply as PEET, and on the clean, modern side of the naming spectrum, it trims the classic Peter down to one clean syllable. If you're drawn to Peter but want something shorter and more pared-back, Pete fits that description.

Meaning & Origin of Pete

Meaning: Short form of peter, meaning 'rock'.

Origin: Greek (via Peter).

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Pete

Phonetic: PEET   IPA: /ˈpiːt/

Popularity of Pete

Pete's biggest year was 1908, when 131 boys were given the name and it ranked #173 nationally. By 2024 it had dropped all the way to #3076, with only 40 babies named Pete that year.

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

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FAQ

What does the name Pete mean?

Short form of peter, meaning ‘rock’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Pete)

How do you pronounce Pete?

Pete is pronounced PEET (IPA: /ˈpiːt/).

Is Pete a popular name right now?

Pete peaked at #173 in 1908 and is ranked #3076 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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