Petrea
Pronunciation: [ p-EHTR-ee-uh ]
Petrea is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,051 in the US, popular nicknames include Pet, Pey, and Petie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Petrea first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 43 babies have been named Petrea in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Petrea is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,051 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,051
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Petrea
Petrea is a girl name .
Petrea is currently ranked #48,051 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Petrea include Pet, Pey, Petie, and Petrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Petrea include Petra, Petrona . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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