Petre
Pronunciation: [ p-EHT-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Petre first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 5 babies have been named Petre in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Petre is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,545 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,545
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Petre
Petre is a boy name .
Petre is currently ranked #28,545 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Petre include Pet, Pey, Peie, and Petkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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