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Pietro
Rock, stone
Origin
Greek
Used in
it
Popularity
#22 in the Italian baby-name ranking
Origin and meaning of Pietro
Pietro comes from the Greek Pétros, 'rock, stone', a translation of the Aramaic Kefa. It is the name Jesus gave to Simon, first of the apostles and first pope, 'the rock' on which to build the Church. Widespread throughout Christendom, it is a solemn, evergreen boys' classic in Italy; Peter, Pierre and Pedro make it universal in the West.
Variants around the world
How Pietro sounds in other languages.
PeterPierrePedroPiotr
Famous people
- San Pietro Apostolo— pope
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pietro mean?
The name Pietro means Rock, stone.
What is the origin of the name Pietro?
Origin of Pietro: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Pietro?
International variants of Pietro: Peter, Pierre, Pedro, and Piotr.