Greek · Boy name
Peter
“rock”
About the name Peter
Peter is derived from the Greek word ‘petros’, meaning ‘rock’. It is a name of significant importance in Christianity, as Saint Peter was one of Jesus’ apostles and is often regarded as the first Pope. Peter’s strong meaning and historical significance contribute to its lasting appeal.
- Meaning
- rock
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- PEE-ter(2 syl.)
Middle names for Peter
- Peter Michael
- Peter James
- Peter Alexander
- Peter Thomas
- Peter William
Questions about Peter
- What does Peter mean?
- Peter is a Greek name meaning "rock".
- How do you pronounce Peter?
- Peter is pronounced PEE-ter, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Peter?
- Variants of Peter include Petar, Petr.
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