Pedro is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1402 in 2024 with 19 recorded births. This places Pedro in the top 21% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 42 births ranking #782. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 35.7%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 14,620 boys born was named Pedro. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Pedro is the Spanish and Portuguese form of Peter and means rock or stone. It feels grounded, classic, and widely recognisable.
The name spread through Christian tradition and has remained important for centuries in Iberian and Latin American naming. Its history gives it a sturdy, dependable image.