Petra
Petra is a girls' name of Latin origin meaning “rock, stone.” Petra is the feminine form of Peter, from the Greek 'petros' meaning rock.
how do you pronounce Petra?
PET-rah
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what does Petra mean?
The name Petra means “rock, stone.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
Petra is the feminine form of Peter, from the Greek 'petros' meaning rock. It is also the name of the ancient Nabataean city carved from rose-red sandstone in Jordan, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The name has a solid, grounded quality with adventurous geographic allure and cross-cultural appeal.
who are famous people named Petra?
- Petra Kvitova (Czech tennis champion)
- Petra (ancient city in Jordan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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