Peters
Greek · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Peters
Peters is the patronymic form of Peter, derived from the Greek name Petros (Πέτρος), meaning "stone" or "rock," ultimately from the Latin petrus.
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Etymology
Peters is the patronymic form of Peter, derived from the Greek name Petros (Πέτρος), meaning "stone" or "rock," ultimately from the Latin petrus. The name became widespread in Christian cultures following Saint Peter (Simon Peter), the apostle of Jesus Christ, to whom Jesus said "upon this rock I will build my church," making it particularly significant in Christian theology and tradition.
Peters currently ranks #2,311 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1979.
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