Petr Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPEH-tr / ˈpɛtʁSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Slavic: rock; Greek: stone
Historical & Cultural Background
Petr is a name of Slavic origin, derived from the word for 'rock' or 'stone'. It is often associated with Saint Peter, one of the apostles of Jesus, who is considered the rock of the Church in Christian tradition. The name has been widely used in various Slavic countries and has equivalents in many languages. It reflects a strong cultural heritage and is often linked to stability and strength.
Trend Summary
The name Petr has seen fluctuating popularity in various regions, particularly in Eastern Europe.
Similar Names
Variants
- Petrus
- Petar
- Pietro
International Variants
- Péter (Hungarian)
- Piet (Dutch)
- Pedro (Spanish)
- Pietro (Italian)
- Petar (Croatian)
- Petrus (Latin)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Petr was first seen in the United States in 1975. Petr has ranked as high as #1383 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Florida. In the past 5 years the name Petr has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Petr (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |