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Petros

PET-ross

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginGreek

The Story of Petros

This name, solid as the ancient bedrock of Greece, has journeyed through millennia to find its place with your son.

Petros is the Greek form of Peter, derived directly from the Greek word 'petra,' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' This name has ancient roots in the Hellenistic world, famously borne by Saint Peter, the apostle, and has since been a foundational name in Greek culture and beyond, symbolizing strength and steadfastness.

There is an undeniable solidity to the name Petros. When you speak it, you can feel its grounded nature, a reassuring strength. It’s a name you can imagine calling out across a busy space, knowing it will stand firm. As you write 'Petros' for your son, you feel the weight of its history, a promise of unwavering reliability.

What It Means

The Greek form of Peter, derived from the Greek word 'petra' meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. It symbolizes strength and steadfastness.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Petros Molyviatis

    Former Foreign Minister of Greece.

Personality Traits

SteadfastStrongReliableSolid

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#20 in 2007

Total Births

706

First Recorded

1964

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