Petro

Pronunciation: [ p-EHTR-oh ]

Petro is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,515 in the US, popular nicknames include Pet, Pey, and Petie.

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Boy Name #38,515 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Petro is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-EHTR-oh.

Parents who love the name Petro often also consider Feliz, Hardwick, Ld .

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Historical Record

Petro first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.

Over 96 babies have been named Petro in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Petro is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,515 for boy names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#38,515
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#38,515
Total SSA Count
5

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Pet Pey Petie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Petro

Is Petro a boy or girl name?
Petro is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Petro?
Petro is pronounced p-EHTR-oh.
How popular is the name Petro?
Petro is currently ranked #38515 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Petro?
Common nicknames for Petro include Pet, Pey, and Petie.
Is Petro a common or rare name?
Petro is an uncommon name, ranked #38515 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Petro?
Petro pairs well with Feliz, Hardwick, Ld, Linville in style and sound.

About the Name Petro

Petro is a boy name .

Petro is currently ranked #38,515 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Petro include Pet, Pey, and Petie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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