Boy
Pierre
rock, stone
About Pierre
Consider the timeless sophistication that Pierre brings to any introduction. This classic name resonates with European refinement while remaining accessible across English-speaking contexts. Pierre possesses an inherent elegance that elevates it beyond ordinary naming conventions—it's distinguished without being pretentious, cultured without being inaccessible. The name has graced artists, intellectuals, and leaders throughout history, carrying associations with creativity, intelligence, and style. Parents selecting Pierre often appreciate names with international flair and established pedigree. It suggests refinement and worldliness, qualities increasingly valuable in our interconnected global community. Pierre works beautifully in multilingual households, bridging cultural backgrounds with grace. The name maintains formality when needed yet can be softened with affectionate nicknames. It ages exceptionally well, suiting both a young student and a seasoned professional with equal aplomb. Pierre offers a departure from mainstream American names while remaining familiar enough to avoid constant mispronunciation, making it an ideal choice for parents seeking cosmopolitan sophistication.
Popularity of the Name Pierre
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #518 | ||||
| 1881 | #556 | ||||
| 1882 | #569 | ||||
| 1883 | #514 | ||||
| 1884 | #598 | ||||
| 1885 | #683 | ||||
| 1886 | #636 | ||||
| 1887 | #668 | ||||
| 1888 | #686 | ||||
| 1889 | #661 | ||||
| 1890 | #972 | ||||
| 1891 | #687 | ||||
| 1892 | #589 | ||||
| 1893 | #815 | ||||
| 1894 | #772 | ||||
| 1895 | #957 | ||||
| 1896 | #878 | ||||
| 1897 | #470 | ||||
| 1899 | #605 | ||||
| 1900 | #825 | ||||
| 1901 | #672 | ||||
| 1902 | #724 | ||||
| 1903 | #765 | ||||
| 1904 | #861 | ||||
| 1906 | #981 | ||||
| 1907 | #918 | ||||
| 1908 | #933 | ||||
| 1909 | #884 | ||||
| 1912 | #987 | ||||
| 1914 | #881 | ||||
| 1915 | #949 | ||||
| 1917 | #955 | ||||
| 1918 | #962 | ||||
| 1919 | #947 | ||||
| 1920 | #800 | ||||
| 1921 | #918 | ||||
| 1922 | #986 | ||||
| 1924 | #894 | ||||
| 1925 | #922 | ||||
| 1927 | #864 | ||||
| 1928 | #921 | ||||
| 1929 | #886 | ||||
| 1930 | #863 | ||||
| 1931 | #782 | ||||
| 1932 | #828 | ||||
| 1933 | #820 | ||||
| 1934 | #896 | ||||
| 1935 | #762 | ||||
| 1936 | #764 | ||||
| 1937 | #776 | ||||
| 1938 | #750 | ||||
| 1939 | #767 | ||||
| 1940 | #836 | ||||
| 1941 | #743 | ||||
| 1942 | #831 | ||||
| 1943 | #826 | ||||
| 1944 | #672 | ||||
| 1945 | #772 | ||||
| 1946 | #709 | ||||
| 1947 | #687 | ||||
| 1948 | #741 | ||||
| 1949 | #720 | ||||
| 1950 | #645 | ||||
| 1951 | #694 | ||||
| 1952 | #679 | ||||
| 1953 | #634 | ||||
| 1954 | #571 | ||||
| 1955 | #590 | ||||
| 1956 | #598 | ||||
| 1957 | #559 | ||||
| 1958 | #532 | ||||
| 1959 | #526 | ||||
| 1960 | #512 | ||||
| 1961 | #514 | ||||
| 1962 | #577 | ||||
| 1963 | #519 | ||||
| 1964 | #522 | ||||
| 1965 | #501 | ||||
| 1966 | #526 | ||||
| 1967 | #513 | ||||
| 1968 | #553 | ||||
| 1969 | #574 | ||||
| 1970 | #574 | ||||
| 1971 | #629 | ||||
| 1972 | #654 | ||||
| 1973 | #725 | #263 | |||
| 1974 | #599 | ||||
| 1975 | #670 | ||||
| 1976 | #696 | ||||
| 1977 | #632 | #322 | |||
| 1978 | #652 | ||||
| 1979 | #562 | ||||
| 1980 | #507 | #375 | |||
| 1981 | #486 | ||||
| 1982 | #453 | ||||
| 1983 | #404 | ||||
| 1984 | #406 | #359 | |||
| 1985 | #406 | ||||
| 1986 | #389 | #360 | |||
| 1987 | #401 | ||||
| 1988 | #415 | ||||
| 1989 | #457 | ||||
| 1990 | #493 | ||||
| 1991 | #525 | #158 | |||
| 1992 | #597 | #393 | #177 | ||
| 1993 | #652 | #191 | |||
| 1994 | #735 | #192 | |||
| 1995 | #842 | #219 | |||
| 1996 | #849 | #274 | |||
| 1997 | #803 | #761 | #272 | ||
| 1998 | #804 | #608 | #288 | ||
| 1999 | #925 | #703 | #372 | #306 | |
| 2000 | #924 | #715 | #359 | #470 | #372 |
| 2001 | #970 | #828 | #355 | ||
| 2002 | #946 | #712 | #493 | ||
| 2003 | #934 | #902 | #519 | ||
| 2006 | #999 | #585 | |||
| 2008 | #982 | #670 | #653 | ||
| 2010 | #950 | #708 | |||
| 2011 | #989 | #882 | #759 | ||
| 2013 | #977 | #768 | |||
| 2004 | #823 | #434 | |||
| 2015 | #828 | #834 | |||
| 2020 | #859 | #840 | |||
| 2005 | #542 | ||||
| 2007 | #637 | ||||
| 2009 | #708 | ||||
| 2012 | #736 | ||||
| 2014 | #740 | ||||
| 2016 | #957 | ||||
| 2017 | #674 | ||||
| 2018 | #873 | ||||
| 2019 | #810 | ||||
| 2021 | #823 | ||||
| 2023 | #974 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Pierre
Names Similar to Pierre
Nicknames for Pierre
- Pi
- Pete
- Perry
- P.R.
Famous People Named Pierre
| Pierre Curie | Nobel laureate physicist and husband of Marie Curie |
| Pierre Trudeau | Former Prime Minister of Canada |
| Pierre Garçon | American football wide receiver |
| Pierre Bourne | American record producer and rapper |
| Pierre Coffin | French animator and voice actor, known for Despicable Me |
| Pierre Gagnaire | Celebrated French chef |
| Pierre Cardin | Influential French fashion designer |
| Pierre Omidyar | Founder of eBay |
| Pierre Garcon | NFL player, primarily for the Indianapolis Colts and Washington Redskins |
| Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang | Professional footballer from Gabon |
| Pierre Thomas | Former NFL running back for the New Orleans Saints |
| Pierre Casiraghi | Member of the Monegasque royal family |
| Pierre Gasly | French Formula 1 racing driver |
| Pierre-Auguste Renoir | Renowned French artist |
Characters Named Pierre
| Pierre Bezukhov | From Leo Tolstoy's novel "War and Peace" |
| Pierre Despereaux | Character from the TV show "Psych" |
| Pierre McGuire | A character from the animated series "South Park" |
| Pierre Moran | A character from the video game "Assassin's Creed Unity" |
| Pierre Chang | A character from the TV series "Lost" |