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Peter is a common masculine given name. It is derived directly from Greek Πέτρος, Petros, which itself was a translation of Aramaic Kefa, the new name Jesus gave to apostle Simon bar Jonah. An Old English variant is Piers.
Peter is a common masculine given name. It is derived directly from Greek Πέτρος, Petros, which itse
A boy name with 2 syllables. Currently considered rare.
Explore how the popularity of Peter has changed over the last two decades.
Peter is a common masculine given name derived from the Greek word 'petros', meaning 'stone' or 'rock'. It gained significant prominence through Saint Peter, one of Jesus's twelve apostles and traditionally considered the first Pope of the Catholic Church. The name has remained consistently popular throughout Christian history and across many cultures, often associated with steadfastness and leadership.
Peter I of Russia, Peter Sellers, Peter Jackson, Peter Gabriel, Peter Pan
Pete, Petey, Perry, Pedro
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