Petra
Petra is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Rock or stone.
Origin and history
Petra is a classic feminine name derived from the Greek word for stone or rock. It gained traditional usage across many European cultures, including Slavic, German, and Scandinavian regions. In the United States, it has remained a steadily recognized yet uncommon choice for generations.
Popularity in the United States
14,559 babies in the United States have been named Petra since 1880. It ranks #1299 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1259.
States where it is most popular
- TX (53.3 %)
- CA (21.3 %)
- NY (6.4 %)
- AZ (3.2 %)
- IL (2.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 136 |
| 1890-1900 | 257 |
| 1900-1910 | 407 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,007 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,791 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,309 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,060 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,059 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,260 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,165 |
| 1980-1990 | 883 |
| 1990-2000 | 823 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,046 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,433 |
| 2020-2029 | 923 |
Famous people named Petra
- Petra Kvitová: Tennis player, Athlete
- Petra Němcová: Model, Philanthropist
Nicknames
Petie
Fun facts
- Petra is also the famous archaeological city in Jordan, known for its rock-cut architecture.
- It originated as the direct feminine form of the Greek name Petros.