Peter Coombs

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Peter Coombs — rock
572K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Peter Coombs is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Peter is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Petros (Πέτρος), meaning "rock" — a translation of the Aramaic Cephas. The first pope of the Catholic Church. The surname Coombs: Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis. Peter is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 572K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Peter reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Peter

Meaning: rock

Greek

From the Greek Petros (Πέτρος), meaning "rock" — a translation of the Aramaic Cephas. The first pope of the Catholic Church.

Surname: Coombs

English

Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Peter is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 9%
Greece 8%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Peter by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Peter has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Pete
  • Pietro
  • Pedro
  • Pieter
  • Piotr
  • Petros

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Peter Coombs:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Peter?
The first name Peter originates from Greek. From the Greek Petros (Πέτρος), meaning "rock" — a translation of the Aramaic Cephas. The first pope of the Catholic Church.
When was Peter most popular?
The name Peter reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Coombs?
The surname Coombs originates from English. Anthony Coombs (politician) (born 1952), British politician Anthony Coombs (Canadian football) (born 1992), Canadian football player Bobby Coombs (1908–1991), American baseball player Claire Coombs (born 1974), British–Belgian land surveyor, married to Prince Laurent of Belgium Clyde Coombs (1912–1988), American psychologist David Coombs (born 1937), British author, historian and teacher David Coombs (lawyer) (born 1969), American lawyer Derek Coombs (1931–2014), British politician Doug Coombs (1957–2006), American skier and mountaineer Doug Coombs (geologist) (1924–2016), New Zealand geologis.
What are the origins of the name Peter Coombs?
The name Peter Coombs combines two different traditions: the first name Peter has Greek roots, while the surname Coombs originates from English.
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