Peeke

Peeke is a male first name that can be seen as a pet form of Peer and Peet. These names are Frisian variants of Peter, which means 'the rock'. Peeke is used in both Germany and the Netherlands, but remains quite rare there.

What does the name Peeke mean?

The name Peeke, a pet form of Peer and Peet, originates from the Frisian language area and is derived from Peter, whose meaning is 'the rock'. In Germany and the Netherlands, it can be found as a West and East Frisian name, though it is not commonly used.

Where does the name Peeke come from?

The first name Peeke is a variant of Peter and has its roots in the Latin and biblical name Petrus. This, in turn, derives from the ancient Greek word pétros, which means 'rock' or 'stone'. The ancient Greek formation petros thus stands for rock or stone. Languages: Frisian, Dutch, Netherlands, North German, East Frisian.

How do you pronounce Peeke?

The pronunciation of the name Peeke is clear and two-syllable: 'Pee-ke' [ˈpeːkə]. The long 'e' sound gives the name a bright and calm aura, while the 'k' provides a striking contrast. The open ending '-e' ensures a gentle conclusion, making Peeke appear simple and friendly – clear, calm, and with a Nordic lightness.

When is the name day of Peeke?

The most significant name day for Peeke is celebrated on June 29, in remembrance of the Apostle Peter.

Popularity

In Germany, Peeke is considered a rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd among the most common male first names. The name achieved its best ranking in 2009 at 1,979th place. Over the last ten years, Peeke has been given as a first name around 20 times, placing it 5,448th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,518th.