Petra Meaning

What does Petra mean?

The name Petra is of Greek and Latin origin.

The meaning of Petra is "rock, stone".

Petra is generally used as a girl's name.

It consists of 5 letters and 2 syllables and is pronounced Pe-tra.

Petra is a form of Peter. See Peter for further details.

Petra is a name with class.

An auspicious name, it is one that will be admired.

Petra is unique yet compelling due to its delightful and sophisticated nature.

Some famous bearers of this name include: Petra Kronberger, Petra Markham, and Petra of Saint Joseph Perez Florido.

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 1,527 in baby name popularity for girls with 142 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 1,393 in baby name popularity for girls with 165 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

The trend's your friend. See how Petra has changed in popularity since 1880 by visiting the Petra Name Popularity Page.

Petra is a form of Peter.

What will your new littlePetra be like?

It may all be in the numbers.

The numbers that make up your child's name.

Numerology may give you some insight.

Children named Petra are often insecure and rigid but most of all they are read more >>

Would you like to fingerspell the name Petra in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Petra.

Just for fun, see the name Petra in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Petra in Nautical Flags page.