Irish boy name
Peadar Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Peadar means rock. The Irish form of Peter, from the Greek for rock
Peadar is the Irish form of Peter, which derives from the Greek petros, meaning rock. The name came to Ireland with Christianity and has been used for centuries. Peadar is typically heard in Irish-speaking regions and is a recognisable Gaelic form. The pronunciation is close to PYAD-er, with a distinct Irish sound. It would be a warm choice for those who want to honour a family Peter, and it is neat enough to pair with many middle names. The name feels solid, honest and well established.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
Variants of Peadar
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Peadar popularity: Ireland vs the US
In 2025 Peadar ranked #229 in Ireland (20 babies). It is too rare to appear in US rankings.
Ireland (boys)
Rank among babies of the same sex, 1 = most popular (log scale). Ranks below #10,000 sit on the bottom edge. Gaps mean fewer than 3 Irish or 5 US babies that year.
Data: US Social Security Administration (public domain) and Central Statistics Office, Ireland (CC BY 4.0). Irish accented spellings (such as Síle) are only recorded from 2018, so earlier years combine spellings.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Peadar mean?
Peadar means "rock". The Irish form of Peter, from the Greek for rock.
How do you pronounce Peadar?
Peadar is pronounced PYA-dar.
What is the origin of Peadar?
Peadar is of Irish origin. The Irish form of Peter, from the Greek for rock.