The namePetter
Petter is a Norwegian and Swedish boy's name, a form of Peter. It was very common in Norway around 1990.
- Boy's name
- Scandinavian
- Feast day
Meaning
Petter comes from the Greek petros, "stone".
Origin
Scandinavian, of Greek origin.
History
The name peaked in Norway around 1990. In France, Pierre is preferred.
Popularity of the name Petter
Petter in Norway
Petter was most popular in Norway in the 1990s, with 2,250 births over the decade, 21% of all recorded babies named Petter. Half of all babies named Petter in Norway were born before 1985, although it is popular again today. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 34 births a year on average, against 54 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
Petter in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Petter mean?
Petter comes from the Greek petros, "stone".
What is the origin of the name Petter?
Scandinavian, of Greek origin.
Is Petter a girl's or a boy's name?
Petter is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Petter?
Variants and related names of Petter include Pierre and Piotr.