Boys name · Texas
Peter in Texas
Peter was the 242nd most popular boys name in Texas in 2025, with 162 babies named Peter that year. Since 1911, Texas families have named 13,341 babies Peter.
Popularity over time
Peter in Texas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 10 | 198th |
| 1927 | 27 | 318th |
| 1944 | 92 | 167th |
| 1960 | 183 | 143rd |
| 1976 | 136 | 166th |
| 1992 | 195 | 164th |
| 2009 | 89 | 355th |
| 2025 | 162 | 242nd |
Its rank among boys names in Texas fell from 198th in 1911 to 242nd in 2025.
The most babies named Peter in Texas in a single year was 216, in 1986. Its best showing was 130th among boys names in 1956.
Across the country, Peter reached its best rank of 2nd in Alaska (1930). See Peter in every state →
How popular is Peter in Texas?
Peter was the 242nd most popular boys name in Texas in 2025, with 162 babies named Peter that year. Since 1911, Texas families have named 13,341 babies Peter.
How many babies are named Peter in Texas?
In 2025, 162 babies were named Peter in Texas. The most babies named Peter in Texas in a single year was 216, in 1986.
What is the rank of Peter in Texas?
Peter ranked 242nd among boys names in Texas in 2025. Its best showing was 130th among boys names in 1956.
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.