Pearce
Pearce is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Rock or stone.
Origin and history
Pearce is a masculine name of English origin, derived from the medieval name Piers, which is a French form of Peter. Grounded in the Greek word for 'stone' or 'rock', it historically transitioned from a patronymic surname to a given name. In the United States, it remains a uncommon but steady choice with traditional surname appeal.
Popularity in the United States
1,247 babies in the United States have been named Pearce since 1880. It ranks #3451 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1756.
States where it is most popular
- TX (68.6 %)
- CA (10.8 %)
- GA (10.8 %)
- FL (4.9 %)
- NC (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 31 |
| 1920-1930 | 33 |
| 1930-1940 | 10 |
| 1940-1950 | 21 |
| 1950-1960 | 23 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 21 |
| 1980-1990 | 66 |
| 1990-2000 | 212 |
| 2000-2010 | 323 |
| 2010-2019 | 331 |
| 2020-2029 | 171 |
Fun facts
- Pearce evolved from the medieval English and Anglo-Norman given name Piers, a variant of Peter.
- It shares roots and meaning with alternative spellings such as Pierce and Peirce.