Pierce Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Pierce Name at a Glance

Name	Pierce
Meaning	'King Richard The Second' Sir Pierce of Exton.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Pierce Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Pierce means “'King Richard The Second' Sir Pierce of Exton”. 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.

Pierce Name Origin

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

Is Pierce a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Pierce

When considering Pierce 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.