Pier is a name of French origin and it means "rock" or "stone". The name has been used for centuries in France and has become popular in other French-speaking countries as well.
The earliest known use of the name Pier was during the Middle Ages in France, where it was often given to boys born into families with ties to the sea. This is because the name Pier was associated with the patron saint of sailors, Saint Pierre, whose name also means "rock" or "stone".
Over time, the name Pier has evolved and adapted to different cultures and languages. In some cases, it has been translated into other languages, such as Pedro in Spanish and Pietro in Italian. Despite these variations, the original French meaning of Pier remains unchanged.
Today, Pier is still a popular name in France and other French-speaking countries, but it is also used around the world as a unique and distinctive choice for boys. Its strong and steadfast meaning continues to resonate with parents looking for a powerful name for their sons.
The name Pier has had a fluctuating popularity in the United States over the years, with a total of 364 births recorded between 1953 and 1994. The peak year for babies named Pier was 1957, with a total of 35 births. This was closely followed by 1955, with 25 births. However, the popularity of the name seemed to decline after the 1960s, with only single-digit numbers of births recorded each year from 1970 onwards, except for a brief spike in 1984 with 9 births. The most recent year listed, 1994, had only 6 births recorded.