Pete Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Pete Name at a Glance

Name	Pete
Meaning	Diminutive of Peter: Stone; rock.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Pete Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Pete means “Diminutive of Peter: Stone; rock”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Pete Name Origin

Our database records Pete under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Pete a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Pete is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Pete

When considering Pete for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.