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Pearce
Pronounced PEERSS /ˈpɪrs/High
Meaning: -ear- spelling of Pierce — from a medieval form of Peter, Greek petros, 'rock, stone'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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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.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Pearce mean?
Pearce spells Pierce — from Peter, Greek 'rock, stone'.
How do you pronounce Pearce?
It's said PEERSS /ˈpɪrs/ — a single syllable.
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.