Peter Thibodeau

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Peter Thibodeau — rock
572K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Peter Thibodeau 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 Thibodeau: David Thibodeau, musician and former member of the Branch Davidians Joel Thibodeau, member of American folk band Death Vessel Kenneth Thibodeau (born 1945), American specialist in electronic records management Michael Thibodeau, American politician and businessperson Michèle Thibodeau-DeGuire, Canadian engineer and administrator Sean Thibodeau, American actor Tom Thibodeau, American basketball coach Vanessa Thibodeau, Canadian politician Carter Thibodeau, from Under the Dome by Stephen King Denise and Henry Thibodeau, from Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout Thibodeau Bay, a bay of Gouin Rese. 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: Thibodeau

English

David Thibodeau, musician and former member of the Branch Davidians Joel Thibodeau, member of American folk band Death Vessel Kenneth Thibodeau (born 1945), American specialist in electronic records management Michael Thibodeau, American politician and businessperson Michèle Thibodeau-DeGuire, Canadian engineer and administrator Sean Thibodeau, American actor Tom Thibodeau, American basketball coach Vanessa Thibodeau, Canadian politician Carter Thibodeau, from Under the Dome by Stephen King Denise and Henry Thibodeau, from Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout Thibodeau Bay, a bay of Gouin Rese.

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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 Thibodeau:

5
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Thibodeau?
The surname Thibodeau originates from English. David Thibodeau, musician and former member of the Branch Davidians Joel Thibodeau, member of American folk band Death Vessel Kenneth Thibodeau (born 1945), American specialist in electronic records management Michael Thibodeau, American politician and businessperson Michèle Thibodeau-DeGuire, Canadian engineer and administrator Sean Thibodeau, American actor Tom Thibodeau, American basketball coach Vanessa Thibodeau, Canadian politician Carter Thibodeau, from Under the Dome by Stephen King Denise and Henry Thibodeau, from Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout Thibodeau Bay, a bay of Gouin Rese.
What are the origins of the name Peter Thibodeau?
The name Peter Thibodeau combines two different traditions: the first name Peter has Greek roots, while the surname Thibodeau originates from English.
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