Petra: Name day

Name day

Petra’s name day is celebrated on May 31st in Austria and the USA, June 29th in Finland and Sweden, August 1st in Norway, August 17th in Czechia, October 2nd in Hungary, and November 18th in Croatia.

Petra Origin Meaning History and Mood

Petra is a strictly feminine name deriving from the Greek word *petros*, signifying "rock" or "stone," lending it an immediate association with strength and stability. Historically, its presence in the USA has been modest but consistent, often tied to waves of Central and Eastern European immigration. As the feminine form of Peter, Petra maintains its strong female identity globally, including in Scandinavia and Slavic regions. The name projects a mood of classic elegance combined with resilience, suggesting a sophisticated yet grounded personality. Its history traces back to classical antiquity, positioning Petra as a traditional choice with an international flair. Overall, Petra offers a strong, timeless, and universally recognizable designation for a female child.

Name Day List: Petra

Country	Day	Month	Names
Austria	31	May	Helma, Mechthild, Petra
USA	31	May	Camila, Camilla, Camille, Petra, Petronella, Pier
Finland	29	June	Pekka, Petri, Petra, Peetu, Pekko, Petteri, Pietari, Petrus, Petja
Sweden	29	June	Peter, Petra
Norway	1	August	Peder, Petra
Czechia	17	August	Petra
Hungary	2	October	Petra
Croatia	18	November	Petra, Pavla

Name Day List - similar names (Petra)

Country	Day	Month	Names
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
Lithuania	29	June	Benita, Gedrime, Mantigirdas, Petras, Povilas