Pierce name meaning

Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: English, French and Irish
Pronunciation: pi(er)-ce
Meaning: Rock, Form of Peter and The Stone
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What does Pierce mean?

Cherished and Evergreen unisex name Pierce is predominantly used in English, French and Irish and of Old Greek origin, Pierce means "Rock, Form of Peter or The Stone". Pierce is a version of biblical Piers.

Piers is variation of all time favorite and darling Pierce. Origin of Darling and All time favorite Piers is in Old Greek language, meaning of Piers is "Horse Lover, Rock and The Rock" is mostly used in English.

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How do I pronounce Pierce?

The two syllabled name Pierce is pronounced, pi(er)-ce.

Variants of Pierce

Petros, Petrus, Pears, Piers, Pearce, Farris, Petri, Pearson, Peter, Faris, Ferris

Names that rhyme with Pierce

How popular is the name Pierce?

Pierce is a popular name in United States given to over 16483 babies in 158 years. At its zenith in 1886, the moniker grabbed the 383rd spot and 648 baby boys were given the name.

Moreover, the name has been to the top 500 baby names 21 times Pierce is a familiar baby name in England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 and was able to reach the top 400 names.

In 1996, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 365 on boy names chart when 61 babies were given the name Pierce. Over 648 babies in England and Wales have been named Pierce.

Pierce is a unique baby name in Ireland, it has been in use since 1964 and was able to reach the top 200 names. In 1969, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 132 on boy names chart when 28 babies were named Pierce.

There are over 805 babies that have been given the name Pierce in Ireland. Pierce is an uncommon baby name in France, chances of it being still in use are very slim since it isn't seen since 2003.

Also, Pierce is a familiar name in Canada, England and Philippines. At least, 10000 people around the globe have been given the name as per our research.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018491584621119
2017522544739015
2016475641793714
2015465648620920
2014467620949511
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Facts

Pierce in Nordic countries

CountriesMen
First NameSecondary Name
Netherlands520
Finland200
Sweden515
Norway515
Denmark30

Here's what numbers has to say about Pierce

Live a life to remember. Otherwise, you will definitely regret the opportunities you missed when you get older. When you like someone in a romantic way, it makes you nervous. Number 1 reveals your positive attitude and originality. You always leave an everlasting impression but entering your world is a hard task to accomplish. You often make other feel like they are better than you in order to make them feel good about themselves.

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  •  Alik - Curious unisex name Alik is rooted from Old Greek, meaning of Alik is "Abbreviation of Alexander, Protect and Man and He Who Wards Off (Other) Men". Alik is a resultant of Alec.
  •  Dennies - Far-out Dennies dominantly is used in English, meaning of Dennies is "God of the Vine, Follower of Dionysius and Follower of Dionysos" used for baby boys is rooted from Old Greek. Dennies is shortened form of Dennis.
  •  Gaude - The Gaude is originated from Greek, meaning of Gaude is "Pearl"
  •  Zoël - The Zoël means "Life" is originated from Greek
  •  Baruch - Baruch's meaning is Blessed One is chiefly used in Greek and Hebrew that originated from Hebrew is used for baby boys
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Middle names for Pierce

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Famous people named Pierce

  • Pierce Egan, British journalist, sportswriter
  • Pierce Pettis, American singer-songwriter from Fort Payne
  • Pierce Askegren, American author best
  • Pierce Dod, British physician and opponent of smallpox inoculation
  • Pierce Lyden, American actor best known for his work
  • Pierce Galliard Smith, rector at St John the Baptist Church, Reid
  • Pierce Brodkorb, American ornithologist and paleontologist
  • Pierce Charles de Lacy O'Mahony, Irish Protestant nationalist politician and philanthropist
  • Pierce Brosnan, Irish actor, film producer, and activist
  • Pierce Butler, South Carolina rice planter and politician
  • Pierce Butler, American jurist
  • Pierce Mason Butler, American soldier and statesman
  • Pierce Holt, defensive lineman for the San Francisco 49ers and Atlanta Falcons
  • Pierce Rafferty, grew up in Connecticut and moved to New York City
  • Pierce M. B. Young, Major General
  • Pierce Turner, Irish singer-songwriter
  • Pierce the Veil, American rock band from San Diego, California
  • Pierce O'Leary, Irish former professional footballer
  • Pierce Forsythe played key role of Kevin in 2006 crime and drama film Push.

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