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PetrosChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Rock

Pronunciation: PEH-tros

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Name
Petros
Meaning
Rock
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
PEH-tros
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Petros mean?

Petros is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Rock". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: PEH-tros. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Πέτρος

πέτρα grande ή βράχος

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

PEH-tros

IPA

/ˈpɛtros/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Petros is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Rock. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BlueWhite

Lucky Stone

Jasper

Life Path Number

8

Numerology meaning: Power and inner strength

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of faith and foundation

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Petros, or Peter, is a predominantly Christian name and holds significant cultural importance due to its biblical origins. It is recognized in both Eastern and Western Christian traditions, and is a popular given name in many countries, particularly in the Mediterranean region. Petros is a powerful name with an enduring legacy, reflecting its spiritual and historical significance as the name of one of the apostles and early Christian leaders.
In the Christian context, the name 'Petros' has deep spiritual significance. It symbolizes steadfastness, strength, and unwavering faith. As the name given to Simon by Jesus, it represents Peter's role as the 'rock' on which Christ built his Church. The significance of 'Petros' is a reminder for Christians to build their lives on a strong foundation of faith, trust, and obedience to God.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Petros was a disciple of Jesus Christ in the New Testament. The name Petros carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

1st century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Petros PapadopoulosPetros Koufos

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Petros

rock or large stone

🇮🇱Hebrew

פטרוס

אבן או סלע גדול

🇬🇷Greek

Πέτρος

πέτρα grande ή βράχος

🇮🇹Latin

Petrus

lapis magnus vel petra

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