Boys name · Maine
Peter in Maine
Peter was the 111th most popular boys name in Maine in 2025, with 13 babies named Peter that year. Since 1912, Maine families have named 6,661 babies Peter.
Popularity over time
Peter in Maine, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 10 | 64th |
| 1928 | 22 | 70th |
| 1944 | 103 | 18th |
| 1960 | 202 | 12th |
| 1976 | 59 | 36th |
| 1992 | 21 | 80th |
| 2008 | 19 | 89th |
| 2025 | 13 | 111th |
Its rank among boys names in Maine fell from 64th in 1912 to 111th in 2025.
The most babies named Peter in Maine in a single year was 206, in 1961. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1960.
Across the country, Peter reached its best rank of 2nd in Alaska (1930). See Peter in every state →
How popular is Peter in Maine?
Peter was the 111th most popular boys name in Maine in 2025, with 13 babies named Peter that year. Since 1912, Maine families have named 6,661 babies Peter.
How many babies are named Peter in Maine?
In 2025, 13 babies were named Peter in Maine. The most babies named Peter in Maine in a single year was 206, in 1961.
What is the rank of Peter in Maine?
Peter ranked 111th among boys names in Maine in 2025. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1960.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.