Pearce

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Pearce Pronunciation

Pearce is pronounced PEERSS /ˈpɪrs/High

Meaning: -ear- spelling of Pierce — from a medieval form of Peter, Greek petros, 'rock, stone'Medium

In 30 seconds: Solid as rock: Pearce spells Pierce — 'rock, stone' (from Peter). Crisp, distinguished, and warm.

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Origin MediumGreek, English

Meaning-ear- spelling of Pierce — from a medieval form of Peter, Greek petros, 'rock, stone'

U.S. rank (2024)#5180 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2010

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,225

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Pearce is an -ear- spelling of Pierce — from Piers, a medieval form of Peter, from Greek petros, 'rock, stone'. A crisp, distinguished surname-name (and a nod to Pierce Brosnan); the -ear- spelling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Pierce. Rare, rock-stone at the root, and distinguished.

Did you know? Pierce comes from a medieval form of Peter, Greek petros, 'rock, stone' — Pearce is an -ear- spelling; a crisp, distinguished surname-name.

Overall data confidence 70%

Behind the Name — Pierce — root etymology

Variations

PiercePiersPeirce

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If you like Pearce…

Pierce— the standard spelling

Peter— the root name

Reece— a fellow one-syllable surname-name

Price— shares the -ce ending

Pryce— shares Pearce's English roots

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Pearce?

Pearce is pronounced PEERSS (/ˈpɪrs/). Press play above to hear Pearce said aloud.

How do you say Pearce?

Pearce is said PEERSS (/ˈpɪrs/). Press play above to hear Pearce said aloud.

What does the name Pearce mean?

Pearce spells Pierce — from Peter, Greek 'rock, stone'.

Is Pearce a boy or girl name?

Pearce is a boy's name.

How popular is Pearce?

Pearce is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Pierce is more common.