Piotr
Piotr is a boy's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Rock or stone.
Origin and history
Piotr is the Polish form of Peter, derived ultimately from the Greek name Petros. It has a long history in Eastern Europe and is used in the United States primarily within families of Polish heritage. While uncommon in American birth records, it remains a recognized classic name globally.
Popularity in the United States
734 babies in the United States have been named Piotr since 1880. It ranks #3942 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1921.
States where it is most popular
- IL (73.2 %)
- NY (23.2 %)
- NJ (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 18 |
| 1980-1990 | 121 |
| 1990-2000 | 278 |
| 2000-2010 | 219 |
| 2010-2019 | 92 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Famous people named Piotr
- Piotr Adamczyk: Actor
- Piotr Zieliński: Athlete
Fun facts
- Piotr is the exact Polish linguistic cognate of the English name Peter.
- The name has been borne by numerous influential Polish historical figures, authors, and scientists throughout history.