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Pierce

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Pierce is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “An English name derived from the Greek name Petros, meaning 'rock' or 'stone'.”. It currently ranks #4734 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2015.

Letters6
Syllables1
OriginGreek

What Pierce Means

An English name derived from the Greek name Petros, meaning 'rock' or 'stone'.

The Story of Pierce

This name echoes across millennia from a Greek philosopher to a Hollywood hero, carrying the steadfastness of stone through every generation.

Pierce is an English name with deep roots in Greek antiquity, stemming from Petros, meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' This fundamental element has long symbolized stability and endurance. The name journeyed from the Hellenistic world through early Christianity, becoming prominent in England by the Middle Ages, where it transformed into a surname and then a given name, carried through centuries as a testament to strength.

There’s a solidness to saying 'Pierce,' a grounded feel that resonates when you imagine your son. It's the name you'll write with confidence on his birth announcement, feeling the secure weight of it. It’s the sound of a reliable presence, someone who will stand firm when needed. You envision your Pierce, steady and bright, a foundation of calm in a busy world.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Pierce Brosnan

    Irish actor and film producer

Personality Traits

StrongReliableIntelligentIndependent

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Peak Year

#668 in 2015

Total Births

20,015

First Recorded

1880

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