Petra

greekGirl★★☆☆☆ Uncommon

Origin and Meaning

The name Petra is a girl's name of greek origin meaning “stone”.

Petra is a feminine name that hails from Greek origins, translating to 'stone'. This strong and sturdy name has a certain elegance, partly attributed to its connections with the ancient city of Petra in Jordan, marvelously carved into rose-red rocks. Petra has international appeal, used in both European and Slavic countries. Notable namesakes include Croatian architect Petra Blaisse and tennis player Petra Kvitová. It's a name with both timeless grace and substantial strength.

At a Glance

Origingreek
GenderGirl
Meaningstone
Popularity★★☆☆☆ (4/10)
Syllables2
Starts withP
Stylesclassic, strong, uncommon

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