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Peach

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Pronounced PEECH /ˈpitʃ/High

Meaning: From the word peach — 'the sweet, fuzzy fruit' (via Latin persicum, 'Persian apple'); a sweet, modern word-name; used for both sexes; here for girlsLow

In 30 seconds: A peach: Peach is a sweet fruit/word-name. Cheerful, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'PEECH').
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Origin LowEnglish, Latin
MeaningFrom the word peach — 'the sweet, fuzzy fruit' (via Latin persicum, 'Persian apple'); a sweet, modern word-name; used for both sexes; here for girls
U.S. rank (2024)#6838 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)≈ 85

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202120192024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Peach comes from the word peach — 'the sweet, fuzzy fruit', via Latin persicum, 'Persian apple' (also a term of endearment, 'a peach of a person'). A cheerful, modern word-name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-peach at the root, and cheerful.

Did you know? Peach names the sweet, fuzzy fruit (via Latin persicum, 'Persian apple') — a cheerful, modern word-name carrying sweetness, used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'PEECH').
Overall data confidence 40%
References — peach — word/fruit origin

Variations

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Nicknames

Peachy

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If you like Peach…

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Sage— shares Peach's English roots

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Peach mean?

Peach is a fruit/word-name — 'the sweet, fuzzy fruit' (via Latin 'Persian apple').

How do you pronounce Peach?

It's said PEECH /ˈpitʃ/ — one syllable.

Is Peach a boy or girl name?

Peach is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Peach?

Peach is a very rare name in the U.S.

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