Pierre
Pierre is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Stone or rock.
Origin and history
Pierre is the French form of Peter, derived from the Greek word meaning stone or rock. It has a long history of use in French-speaking regions and has maintained a steady, classic presence in the United States. In recent years, it remains a recognized international choice given to several hundred boys annually.
Popularity in the United States
19,069 babies in the United States have been named Pierre since 1880. It ranks #848 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1060.
States where it is most popular
- NY (14.7 %)
- IL (14.6 %)
- CA (13.9 %)
- LA (6.2 %)
- TX (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 108 |
| 1890-1900 | 96 |
| 1900-1910 | 92 |
| 1910-1920 | 328 |
| 1920-1930 | 559 |
| 1930-1940 | 615 |
| 1940-1950 | 764 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,557 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,160 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,700 |
| 1980-1990 | 4,042 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,361 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,754 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,887 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,046 |
Famous people named Pierre
- Pierre Curie: Physicist, Nobel Laureate
- Pierre Cardin: Fashion Designer
- Pierre Gasly: Racing Driver
Fun facts
- Pierre is one of the most traditionally common masculine names in French history.
- Pierre Curie was a pioneer in physics and co-winner of the Nobel Prize with Marie Curie.