Piotr
Polish · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Piotr
Piotr means "stone" or "rock," derived from the Greek name Petros (Πέτρος), which comes from the Greek word petra meaning stone.
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Etymology
Piotr means "stone" or "rock," derived from the Greek name Petros (Πέτρος), which comes from the Greek word petra meaning stone. The name became associated with Saint Peter, Jesus's apostle, to whom Christ said "upon this rock I will build my church," establishing the name's religious significance.
Piotr is the Polish form of Peter, primarily used in Polish Catholic and Orthodox Christian communities, with deep roots in Eastern European religious and cultural tradition dating back to medieval Christianization. Notable historical figures include Pope John Paul II (born Karol Józef Wojtyła), though he used his papal name, and numerous Polish kings, saints, and prominent figures throughout Eastern European history.
Piotr currently ranks #11,790 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1993.
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