Pierce
pi(er)-ce
US Popularity:1082
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Stone, rock; Peter
Pierce is a boy’s name of Greek, Latin, and English origin. Derived from the name Piers, Pierce is also commonly associated with the name Peter. A prevalent name throughout Europe, it also has roots in Greek and Latin, meaning “stone” or “rock.” Many find Pierce to be a very appealing name with a sleek and striking pronunciation. The famous Irish actor Pierce Brosnan can be thanked for popularizing the name with his salient roles in the pop culture world as Remington Steele and James Bond. Naming baby Pierce may inspire them to have a strong and distinguished personality people will undoubtedly find magnetizing!
Famous People Named Pierce
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Franklin PierceUnited States President
- Mary PierceTennis Player
- Pierce BrosnanActor
Pierce Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Pierce is currently #1690 on The Bump
Boy:Pierce is currently #487 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Pierce is currently #1082 in U.S. births
Boy:Pierce is currently #374 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1082
in 2022
- 79
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Pierce
Behind the Name, Pierce, January 2022
Behind the Name, Piers, May 2020
Behind the Name, Peter, June 2023
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