Boys name · New Jersey
Peter in New Jersey
Peter was the 180th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 57 babies named Peter that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 37,499 babies Peter.
Popularity over time
Peter in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 31 | 29th |
| 1926 | 301 | 24th |
| 1943 | 487 | 19th |
| 1959 | 745 | 20th |
| 1976 | 340 | 30th |
| 1992 | 253 | 44th |
| 2009 | 84 | 114th |
| 2025 | 57 | 180th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 29th in 1910 to 180th in 2025.
The most babies named Peter in New Jersey in a single year was 813, in 1956. Its best showing was 17th among boys names in 1940.
Across the country, Peter reached its best rank of 2nd in Alaska (1930). See Peter in every state →
How popular is Peter in New Jersey?
Peter was the 180th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 57 babies named Peter that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 37,499 babies Peter.
How many babies are named Peter in New Jersey?
In 2025, 57 babies were named Peter in New Jersey. The most babies named Peter in New Jersey in a single year was 813, in 1956.
What is the rank of Peter in New Jersey?
Peter ranked 180th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 17th among boys names in 1940.
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.