Pete
peet
Popularity
#3076
Letters
4
Syllables
1
Origin
Greek
Total Births
43,644
Peak Year
#768 in 1959
First Recorded
1880
Style
Cute & Playful
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Pete is a short form of Peter, derived from the Greek word 'petros' meaning 'stone' or 'rock'.
Numerology
The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Pete Townshend
English guitarist, singer and songwriter.
Pete Sampras
American retired tennis player.
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