Petra: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Solid as a rock, steadfast and true.
- Origin
- German
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1287
- Peak
- #435 in 1894
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Petra Means
Petra is a girl name of German origin. Solid as a rock, steadfast and true.
How Popular Petra Is
Petra currently ranks #1287 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #435 in 1894. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Petra
- Petra peaked at #435 in the U.S. in 1894.
- Petra is a name from the Germanic tradition.
Names Like Petra
Other German names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Petra
German names that pair well as a brother or sister to Petra.
Questions About Petra
What does Petra mean?
Petra is a girl name of German origin. Solid as a rock, steadfast and true.
How popular is Petra?
Petra currently ranks #1287 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #435 in 1894. It has held steady.
Where does Petra come from?
Petra comes from German roots. Petra peaked at #435 in the U.S. in 1894.
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