Petro
Pronunciation: [ p-EHTR-oh ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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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 .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,515
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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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, Peie, and Petkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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