Girl Name · Greek Origin
Petra
Petra is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Stone, rock". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Petra often also consider Peter.
Petra meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Stone, rock
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Petra to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Petra as P·E·T·R·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Petra is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Petra variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Petraa, Petrae, Petray, Petr.
- Nicknames: Pet and P.
- Middle names: Pair Petra with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Petra middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Peter, Phaedra, Pedro, Peder, Pietro — full picks on the sibling names for Petra guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Petra? Browse our names like Petra guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Petra
What does the name Petra mean?
Petra means "Stone, rock" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Petra?
Petra originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Petra?
Petra has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Petra a boy's or girl's name?
Petra is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Petra in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Petra sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Petra?
Names that share Petra's sound and style include Peter, Phaedra, Pedro, Peder, Pietro.
What middle names pair well with Petra?
Good middle-name fits for Petra pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Petra is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Petra is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Petra?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Petra share its rhythm without rhyming — Peter, Phaedra, Pedro all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.