Peter Uriarte

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Peter Uriarte — rock
572K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Peter Uriarte 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 Uriarte: Ana Lya Uriarte (born 1962), Chilean politician and academic Brian Uriarte (born 2008), Spanish motorcycle racer Carlos Uriarte (born 1979), American lawyer Daoiz Uriarte (born 1956), Uruguayan lawyer, professor, and politician Diego Uriarte (born 2001), Spanish cyclist Edurne Uriarte (born 1960), Spanish politician and political scientist Fermín Uriarte (1902–1972), Uruguayan footballer Fidel Uriarte (1945–2016), Spanish footballer and manager Filemon Uriarte Jr. 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: Uriarte

Spanish

Ana Lya Uriarte (born 1962), Chilean politician and academic Brian Uriarte (born 2008), Spanish motorcycle racer Carlos Uriarte (born 1979), American lawyer Daoiz Uriarte (born 1956), Uruguayan lawyer, professor, and politician Diego Uriarte (born 2001), Spanish cyclist Edurne Uriarte (born 1960), Spanish politician and political scientist Fermín Uriarte (1902–1972), Uruguayan footballer Fidel Uriarte (1945–2016), Spanish footballer and manager Filemon Uriarte Jr.

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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

Notable People Named Peter Uriarte

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Uriarte?
The surname Uriarte originates from Spanish. Ana Lya Uriarte (born 1962), Chilean politician and academic Brian Uriarte (born 2008), Spanish motorcycle racer Carlos Uriarte (born 1979), American lawyer Daoiz Uriarte (born 1956), Uruguayan lawyer, professor, and politician Diego Uriarte (born 2001), Spanish cyclist Edurne Uriarte (born 1960), Spanish politician and political scientist Fermín Uriarte (1902–1972), Uruguayan footballer Fidel Uriarte (1945–2016), Spanish footballer and manager Filemon Uriarte Jr.
What are the origins of the name Peter Uriarte?
The name Peter Uriarte combines two different traditions: the first name Peter has Greek roots, while the surname Uriarte originates from Spanish.
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