Peter Gregor

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Peter Gregor — rock
572K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Peter Gregor 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 Gregor: A. James Gregor (1929–2019), professor of political science known for his writings on fascism and security issues Bob Gregor (born 1957), American football player Čestmír Gregor (1926–2011), Czech composer Francis Gregor (MP) (1760–1815), MP for the County of Cornwall, brother of William Gréta Gregorová (born 2001), Slovak politician Joseph Gregor, (1888-1960), Austrian writer, theater historian and librettist Kurt Gregor (1907–1990), German socialist politician Michael Gregor (1888—1953), aircraft engineer Noah Gregor (born 1998), ice hockey player Valentin Gregor (born 1963), jazz violinist. 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: Gregor

Slavic

A. James Gregor (1929–2019), professor of political science known for his writings on fascism and security issues Bob Gregor (born 1957), American football player Čestmír Gregor (1926–2011), Czech composer Francis Gregor (MP) (1760–1815), MP for the County of Cornwall, brother of William Gréta Gregorová (born 2001), Slovak politician Joseph Gregor, (1888-1960), Austrian writer, theater historian and librettist Kurt Gregor (1907–1990), German socialist politician Michael Gregor (1888—1953), aircraft engineer Noah Gregor (born 1998), ice hockey player Valentin Gregor (born 1963), jazz violinist.

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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 Gregor:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

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

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 Gregor?
The surname Gregor originates from Slavic. A. James Gregor (1929–2019), professor of political science known for his writings on fascism and security issues Bob Gregor (born 1957), American football player Čestmír Gregor (1926–2011), Czech composer Francis Gregor (MP) (1760–1815), MP for the County of Cornwall, brother of William Gréta Gregorová (born 2001), Slovak politician Joseph Gregor, (1888-1960), Austrian writer, theater historian and librettist Kurt Gregor (1907–1990), German socialist politician Michael Gregor (1888—1953), aircraft engineer Noah Gregor (born 1998), ice hockey player Valentin Gregor (born 1963), jazz violinist.
What are the origins of the name Peter Gregor?
The name Peter Gregor combines two different traditions: the first name Peter has Greek roots, while the surname Gregor originates from Slavic.
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