Pike

“Derived from the word for a type of fish.”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7620US 2023

11Births / yr

→Stable

180All-time births

📅 Since 197500

How to pronounce Pike

PEYEK

/ˈpaɪk/ · stress on PEYEK · 1 syllable

“Derived from the word for a type of fish.”

American origin · Boy name

What does Pike mean and where does it come from?

Pike is a surname that has been used as a given name. It can refer to the freshwater fish, which has been a common name in various cultures. Historically, it can also refer to a type of weapon or a geographical feature. Notable figures include Pike County, named after General Zebulon Pike.

Cultural significance

Pike has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the word for a type of fish..

Peak popularity

Reached #5337 in 2014 — currently #7620 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Pike?

Pike works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Pike Grace

How popular is Pike right now?

Holding steady — currently #7620 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#7620 · Top 5.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7620	11	▼ down 2
2022	#7618	11	▼ down 627 · -8% births
2021	#6991	12	▲ up 116 · +9% births
2020	#7107	11	▲ up 83
2015	#7190	11	▲ up 1882 · +38% births
2010	#9072	8	▲ up 1463 · +33% births
2005	#10535	6	▲ up 315 · +20% births
2000	#10850	5	▼ down 4587
1975	#6263	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Pike

Best Year1975Rank #6263

Peak Count12

Average Rank#8138

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20239 years

The story of Pike

Pike is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 180 total births recorded, Pike remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6263 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #7620 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Pike in 2014:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Pike by decade

Pike peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1990s	5
2000s	41
2010s ★	118
2020s	11

💎Pike has only 180 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Pike?

Common

PikPikiePiky

What names sound and feel like Pike?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Pike also consider these

American · he will laugh

Sanskrit · A Sanskrit name

Spike

English · to fasten

Common questions about the name Pike

What does the name Pike mean?

Pike means "Derived from the word for a type of fish." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Pike?

Pike is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Pike have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Pike?

Pike originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Pike?

Pike is a one-syllable name pronounced P AY1 K. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Pike sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Pike flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Pike ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.