Petra

Greek, "rock, stone"

Concise and crisp, yet warm and vibrant too, Petra is a feminine form of the classic Peter with international flair. Popular in Bosnia, Croatia, Czechia, and Italy, it is currently more quietly used in the US, given to around 150 girls in a recent year and ranking alongside Erica, Rosalind, Navi, and Cherish.

Its snappy sounds and familiar-yet-distinctive air could make it an appealing choice to fans of Anya, Pippa, Etta, and Emma, and for those with a Peter in the family, it may feel like a more refreshing honor to its masculine counterpart.

Also the name of an ancient city and archaeological site in Jordan, Petra also appears in The Chrysalids by John Wyndham, giving it literary and historical connections too.

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