Origin
Slavic (Czech)
Syllables
1
Zodiac
Capricorn
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Petr is a name often given to boys. Ranked #13623 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Slavic (Czech) origin and traditionally means "Rock or stone foundation of strength". It has 1 syllable.
The Story of Petr
Petr is the Czech variant of Peter, rooted in the Greek word for rock, denoting steadfastness. Common in Central Europe, it conveys reliability and quiet power in both historical and contemporary contexts. The name suits a boy who grows into a dependable leader with deep cultural ties. Its brevity makes it distinctive in English-speaking lands while honoring Slavic heritage.
Popularity
Currently ranked #13623 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Focuses on achievement and authority.
Craves freedom and adventure.
Shows expressive and sociable charm.
Builds with discipline and structure.
Zodiac & Astrology
Capricorn
Embodies enduring rock-like resilience.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Projects unshakeable strength and grounded presence.
Color Aura
Deep Gray
Element
Earth
Season
Winter
Gemstone
Onyx
Spirit Animal
Mountain Goat
Power Word
Stability
Energy Type
Earth × Winter
Personality & Traits
Steadfast
Remains reliable under pressure.
Ambitious
Pursues goals with determination.
Loyal
Values deep lasting friendships.
Famous People Named Petr
Petr Cech
Czech footballer and goalkeeper
Petr Kellner
Czech billionaire businessman
Petr Nečas
Former Czech Prime Minister
Petr in Pop Culture
Petr
War and Peace
Petr
The Brothers Karamazov
Historical Events
64
Saint Peter martyred in Rome.
1998
Petr Cech debuts professionally.
International Variations
Petr in Different Scripts
Петр
Cyrillic
Πέτρος
Greek
פטר
Hebrew
بيتر
Arabic
ペトル
Japanese (Katakana)
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Petr:
Petr Jan
Petr Martin
Petr Lukas
Petr Viktor
Petr Adam
Petr Filip
Petr Tomas
Fun Facts & Trivia
Saint Peter was the first Pope.
Common in Czech sports history.
Means foundation in biblical texts.
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PEH-tr
Quick Facts
This page is reviewed by the Baby Billboard Charts editorial team. Rankings come from official U.S. Social Security Administration birth records, with descriptions checked for clarity and usefulness. See our Editorial Policy for our methodology and correction process.