Boys name · New York
Peter in New York
Peter was the 174th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 111 babies named Peter that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 117,080 babies Peter.
Popularity over time
Peter in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 132 | 26th |
| 1926 | 784 | 31st |
| 1943 | 1,909 | 14th |
| 1959 | 2,526 | 15th |
| 1976 | 922 | 25th |
| 1992 | 683 | 43rd |
| 2009 | 236 | 99th |
| 2025 | 111 | 174th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 26th in 1910 to 174th in 2025.
The most babies named Peter in New York in a single year was 2,639, in 1955. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1955.
Across the country, Peter reached its best rank of 2nd in Alaska (1930). See Peter in every state →
How popular is Peter in New York?
Peter was the 174th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 111 babies named Peter that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 117,080 babies Peter.
How many babies are named Peter in New York?
In 2025, 111 babies were named Peter in New York. The most babies named Peter in New York in a single year was 2,639, in 1955.
What is the rank of Peter in New York?
Peter ranked 174th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 13th among boys names in 1955.
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.