Peta

“Peta is often recognized as a variation of the name 'Peter', which is derived from the Greek word 'petros'” — Associated with the social movement PETA (People for the Ethical T

Australia origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1805US 2023

395Births / yr

→Stable

6All-time births

📅 Since 199800

What does Peta mean and where does it come from?

Peta is often recognized as a variation of the name 'Peter', which is derived from the Greek word 'petros'. The name gained popularity in Australia during the late 20th century and may often be associated with the social movement PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). Notable people wit

Cultural significance

Peta has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Australia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.

Peak popularity

Reached #14056 in 1998 — currently #1805 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Peta?

Peta works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Peta Grace

How popular is Peta right now?

Holding steady — currently #1805 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2021–2023#1805 · Top 1.3%

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1805	395	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1810	375	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1815	345	—

The story of Peta

Peta is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1998. With 6 total births recorded, Peta remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1815 in 2021 to #1805 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Peta in 1998:

Emily Hannah Samantha Sarah Ashley

💎Peta has only 6 total recorded births since 1998 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Peta?

BULGARIAN

PenkaPetiaPetya

ENGLISH

Petrina

FRENCH

PerrinePierrette

ITALIAN

PierinaPietrina

What names sound and feel like Peta?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Peta also consider these

Deta

Albania · Gifted or talented

Keta

Tanzania · Tanzanian

Weta

New Zealand · Insect resembling a

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Beta

Greek · a little girl

How is Peta written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Peta?

Pjetër ALBANIAN Botros ARABIC Boutros ARABIC Butrus ARABIC Bedros ARMENIAN Petros ARMENIAN Peio BASQUE Peru BASQUE Petri BASQUE Petros BIBLICAL GREEK Petrus BIBLICAL LATIN Peter BIBLICAL Per BRETON Perig BRETON Pierrick BRETON Penko BULGARIAN Petar BULGARIAN Pere CATALAN Botros COPTIC Boutros COPTIC Butrus COPTIC Petru CORSICAN Pejo CROATIAN Perica CROATIAN Pero CROATIAN Petar CROATIAN Petr CZECH Peder DANISH Peer DANISH Per DANISH Peter DANISH Peter DUTCH Petrus DUTCH Pier DUTCH Piet DUTCH Pieter DUTCH BRITISH(Piers ENGLISH Peers ENGLISH Pete ENGLISH Peter ENGLISH Petro ESPERANTO Peeter ESTONIAN Petur FAROESE Pekka FINNISH Petri FINNISH Petteri FINNISH Pietari FINNISH Pierre FRENCH Pierrick FRENCH Pitter FRISIAN Petre GEORGIAN Peter GERMAN Petrus GERMAN Petros GREEK Pika HAWAIIAN Péter HUNGARIAN Peti HUNGARIAN Pétur ICELANDIC Peadar IRISH Piaras IRISH Pier ITALIAN Pierino ITALIAN Piero ITALIAN Pietro ITALIAN Pit LIMBURGISH Pitter LIMBURGISH Petras LITHUANIAN Pece MACEDONIAN Petar MACEDONIAN Petre MACEDONIAN Petera MAORI Piers MEDIEVAL FRENCH Petruccio MEDIEVAL ITALIAN Peder NORWEGIAN Peer NORWEGIAN Per NORWEGIAN Peter NORWEGIAN Petter NORWEGIAN Pèire OCCITAN Petru OLD CHURCH SLAVIC Piotr POLISH Pedrinho PORTUGUESE Pedro PORTUGUESE Petre ROMANIAN Petrică ROMANIAN Petru ROMANIAN Petia RUSSIAN Petya RUSSIAN Pyotr RUSSIAN Pedru SARDINIAN Peadar SCOTTISH Pejo SERBIAN Perica SERBIAN Pero SERBIAN Petar SERBIAN Peter SLOVAK Peter SLOVENE Pedro SPANISH Peder SWEDISH Peer SWEDISH Pehr SWEDISH Pelle SWEDISH Per SWEDISH Peter SWEDISH Petter SWEDISH Pierre SWEDISH Petro UKRAINIAN Pedr WELSH Pearce ENGLISH Pierce ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Peta

What does the name Peta mean?

Peta means "Greek" — a name rooted in Australia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Peta?

Peta is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Peta?

Peta originates from Australia tradition. Australia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Peta a common or rare name?

Peta is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What personality traits are associated with the name Peta?

Studies on name perception suggest that Peta is often associated with balance and approachability. Of course, personality is shaped by experience, not a name — but the perception can influence first impressions throughout life.