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First name Petrus - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Nameday
21. February, 27 April, 30 July
Meaning
The male first name Petrus comes from Latin and means "rock" or "stone". It is a variant of the Greek name Petros, which also means "rock". The name has a biblical origin and is mainly known through the apostle Peter, who was given the nickname "rock" by Jesus. In Christian tradition, the name Petrus symbolizes strength, steadfastness, and loyalty.
Famous people with the first name Petrus
- Petrus Gonsalvus (Italian figure in the history of medicine)
First names similar to Petrus
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