Petar: Name day
Name day
Petar’s name day is celebrated on February 21, June 2, June 4 in Croatia, and June 29 in Bulgaria and Croatia.
Petar’s History, Meaning and Cultural Significance
Petar is a name with Slavic origins, derived from the Aramaic ‘Cephas’ meaning ‘rock’. It’s predominantly used in Eastern and Southern Europe, particularly in Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and other Balkan countries. While uncommon in the United States, it’s a popular choice within immigrant communities from these regions. The name carries a strong historical and religious weight, linked to Saint Peter the Apostle. It evokes a mood of grounded strength and quiet dignity, and is almost exclusively a masculine name. Its consistent usage throughout history demonstrates its enduring cultural significance.
Name Day List: Petar
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Croatia | 21 | February | Petar, Damir, Eleonora |
| Croatia | 2 | June | Marcelin, Petar, Bl. Sadok, Eugen |
| Croatia | 4 | June | Kvirin Sisacki, Petar, Predrag |
 Bulgaria | 29 | June | Apostol, Kamen, Pavel, Pavlin, Pavlina, Pejo, Penka, Pencho, Petrana, Petar, Petya, Petzo, Petar, Petya, Pavel, Pavlina, Polina, Kamen, Asen, Asya, Desislava, Krym, Rumen, Rumyana, Chavdar, Asen, Asya, Desislava, Krum |
| Croatia | 29 | June | Petar, Pavao, Krešimir |
Name Day List - similar names (Petar)