Petre

“rock” — Associated with its Orthodox Christian heritage

Romania origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1594US 2023

606Births / yr

→Stable

5All-time births

📅 Since 197000

How to pronounce Petre

pe-tre(romanian)

/pe-tre(romanian)/ · · 2 syllables

“rock”

Associated with its Orthodox Christian heritage · Romania origin

What does Petre mean and where does it come from?

The name Petre is a variant of Peter, originating from the Greek 'Petros' which means 'rock' or 'stone'. In Romania, it is a popular name, deeply associated with its Orthodox Christian heritage. It has notable occurrences in both historical and contemporary contexts, with figures such as Petre Roman

Cultural significance

Petre has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Romania-speaking communities, where it reflects values of romanian.

Peak popularity

Reached #5392 in 1970 — currently #1594 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Petre?

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

Petre Grace

How popular is Petre right now?

Holding steady — currently #1594 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1594 · Top 1.2%

1970

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1594	606	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1599	586	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2021	#1604	556	▲ up 3788 · +11020% births
1970	#5392	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Petre

Best Year2023Rank #1594

Peak Count606

Average Rank#2547

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1970 - 20234 years

The story of Petre

Petre is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 5 total births recorded, Petre remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5392 in 1970 to #1594 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Petre in 1970:

Michael James David John Robert

💎Petre has only 5 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Petre?

BASQUE

Peio

BRETON

PerigPierrick

BULGARIAN

Penko

CROATIAN

PejoPericaPero

What names sound and feel like Petre?

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

American · a variation of

Beltre

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

American · Variant of Geoffrey,

How is Petre written in other languages?

Петре

Macedonian), პეტრე (Georgian

Common questions about the name Petre

What does the name Petre mean?

Petre means "Romanian" — a name rooted in Romania 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 Petre?

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

What is the cultural origin of Petre?

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

Is Petre a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Petre?

Petre naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.