Pierce

Boy's name

Pierce is of English origin, derived from the surname meaning "son of Piers." It has a strong and noble sound.

Meaning Stone
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 553
Peak year 2015

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Pierce Brosnan - Actor, known for James Bond movies.
  • Pierce Butler - Founding Father, U.S. Supreme Court Justice.
  • Pierce Brown - Author, known for Red Rising series.
  • Pierce Fulton - DJ and music producer.
  • Pierce Gagnon - Child actor, known for Looper.
  • Pierce Harris - Fictional character on Emmerdale.
  • Pierce Johnson - Baseball pitcher for San Francisco Giants.
  • Pierce Pettis - Singer-songwriter.
  • Pierce Sweeney - Footballer for Exeter City.
  • Pierce Wilcox - Australian rugby player.

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Sisters for Pierce

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Name Variants

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