Origin
Swedish (Scandinavian)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Taurus
Trend
Steady
At a glance
Petter is a name often given to boys. Ranked #13553 and holds a steady place on the charts. It comes from a Swedish (Scandinavian) origin and traditionally means "The rock or stone foundation of strength". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Petter
Petter derives from the Greek Petros meaning rock, adapted in Swedish culture. It carries historical weight in Scandinavia where it denotes reliability. Modern usage favors its straightforward pronunciation and strong personality traits like determination and warmth.
Popularity
Currently ranked #13553 on the Baby Billboard Charts.
Numerology Profile
Seeks truth and introspection.
Desires creative expression.
Values stability and order.
Leads with independence.
Zodiac & Astrology
Taurus
Embodies steady and nurturing qualities.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Grounded energy promotes stability and growth.
Color Aura
Deep Green
Element
Earth
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Emerald
Spirit Animal
Bear
Power Word
Strength
Energy Type
Earth × Spring
Personality & Traits
Reliable
Always dependable in times of need.
Grounded
Maintains calm and practical outlook.
Warm
Builds strong connections easily.
Famous People Named Petter
Petter Northug
Norwegian Olympic cross-country skier
Petter Solberg
Norwegian rally driver and world champion
Petter in Pop Culture
Petter
Swedish children's books
Petter
Nordic TV series
Historical Events
1880
Rise in Swedish naming records.
1952
Olympic athlete fame boost.
International Variations
Petter in Different Scripts
Петтер
Cyrillic
ペッテル
Japanese (Katakana)
佩特
Chinese (Mandarin)
بيتر
Arabic
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Petter:
Petter Johan
Petter Erik
Petter Lars
Petter Anders
Petter Nils
Petter Sven
Petter Karl
Fun Facts & Trivia
Common in Viking sagas.
Means steadfast like a boulder.
Popular in Nordic sports.
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PEH-ter
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.