Petter

Q: What is the origin of Petter?

Petter is of Scandinavian origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Petter?

According to the latest SSA data, Petter is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Petter a boy name?

Petter is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Rock; Stone"

Petter is a Scandinavian variant of Peter, derived from Greek for rock or stone and widely used in Christian contexts.

Themes:scandinavianbiblicalmasculine

Biblical Nature Natural Unique Rare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Petter

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Selected Year Rank

Unranked

Petter did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Petter Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Petter.

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pett

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pety

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tter

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tery

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ttey

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pie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Petter

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Petter mean?

Petter means "Rock; Stone". Petter is a Scandinavian variant of Peter, derived from Greek for rock or stone and widely used in Christian contexts.

What is the origin of Petter?

Petter is of Scandinavian origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Petter?

According to the latest SSA data, Petter is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Petter a boy name?

Petter is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Petter?

Popular nicknames for Petter include pett, pety, pe, tter, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Petter?

There are many names similar to Petter in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginScandinavian, Greek

Syllables2

Length6 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withP

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Axl Aksel Axell Andersen Axcel

Sisters

Anitra Anneka Annica Anely Andersen

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