Pietertje
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Pietertje
Pietertje is a Dutch diminutive form of Pieter, derived from the Latin name Petrus, meaning "stone" or "rock," with the suffix "-tje" creating an affectionate or informal variant.
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Etymology
Pietertje is a Dutch diminutive form of Pieter, derived from the Latin name Petrus, meaning "stone" or "rock," with the suffix "-tje" creating an affectionate or informal variant. The name is primarily used in Dutch and Flemish cultures, with historical roots in Christian tradition stemming from Saint Peter, the apostle of Jesus Christ.
Pietertje currently ranks #88 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1902.
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