Petrus
Pronunciation: [ p-EHTR-uhs ]
Petrus is a boy baby name. Ranked #33,737 in the US, popular nicknames include Pet, Pey, and Petie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Petrus first appeared in US Social Security records in 2012.
Over 5 babies have been named Petrus in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Petrus is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #33,737 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,737
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Petrus
Petrus is a boy name .
Petrus is currently ranked #33,737 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Petrus include Pet, Pey, Petie, and Petrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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