Piet
Dutch · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Piet
Piet is a Dutch and Afrikaans diminutive of Pieter, derived from the Latin name Petrus, meaning "stone" or "rock." The name originates from the Greek word "petra" (πέτρα), referencing the biblical apostle Peter, to whom Jesus said "upon this rock I will build my church."
The name is primarily used in Dutch, Afrikaans, and German-speaking cultures, with strong historical presence in the Netherlands, South Africa, and Germany, particularly among Protestant and Catholic communities; notable bearers include Dutch painters Piet Mondrian and Piet Hein, and South African historical figures.
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Etymology
Piet is a Dutch and Afrikaans diminutive of Pieter, derived from the Latin name Petrus, meaning "stone" or "rock." The name originates from the Greek word "petra" (πέτρα), referencing the biblical apostle Peter, to whom Jesus said "upon this rock I will build my church."
The name is primarily used in Dutch, Afrikaans, and German-speaking cultures, with strong historical presence in the Netherlands, South Africa, and Germany, particularly among Protestant and Catholic communities; notable bearers include Dutch painters Piet Mondrian and Piet Hein, and South African historical figures.
Piet currently ranks #90 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1943.
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