The namePeyo
Peyo is a Basque and Gascon pet form of Pierre (Peter).
- Boy's name
- Basque and Gascon
Meaning
From the Greek petros, "stone".
Origin
Basque and Gascon, of Greek origin.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Peyo
Peyo in France
2271stmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2021peak year (25 births)
550babies named Peyo in France since 1900
Peyo was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 175 births over the decade, 32% of all recorded babies named Peyo. Its rise began around 1975, and it peaked in 2021. Half of all babies named Peyo in France were born before 2009, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Peyo in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Peyo mean?
From the Greek petros, "stone".
What is the origin of the name Peyo?
Basque and Gascon, of Greek origin.
Is Peyo a girl's or a boy's name?
Peyo is a boy's name.