Peder

Peder: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Peder

  • A male given name from Danish, equivalent to English Peter.

How popular is Peder?

0U.S. babies in 2025
#1201peak rank (1894)
799babies since 1880

Since 1880, 799 boys in the U.S. have been named Peder. Its highest rank for boys was #1201 in 1894. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Peder FAQ

What does the name Peder mean?

A male given name from Danish, equivalent to English Peter.

What is the origin of the name Peder?

Peder is listed as a name of Danish origin.

How popular is the name Peder?

Since 1880, 799 boys in the U.S. have been named Peder. Its highest rank for boys was #1201 in 1894. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.

Is Peder a boy or girl name?

Peder is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 799 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.