Petrija
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Petrija
Petrija is a feminine form derived from the Latin name Petrus, meaning "stone" or "rock," with the suffix "-ija" added to create a gendered variant common in Slavic languages.
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Etymology
Petrija is a feminine form derived from the Latin name Petrus, meaning "stone" or "rock," with the suffix "-ija" added to create a gendered variant common in Slavic languages. The name is primarily used in South Slavic cultures, particularly among Serbian, Croatian, and Bosnian populations, with Christian (Orthodox and Catholic) religious associations.
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