# What Does the Name Petra Mean?

Petra is a girl name of Slavic origin. It means “rock”.

**Origin:** Slavic

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** PET-ruh

The name Petra comes from Slavic roots, where it carries the meaning “rock”. It is pronounced PET-ruh.

Is Petra a boy or girl name? Petra is traditionally used as a girl name.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Petra?

Petra means “rock”. It is a name of Slavic origin.

### What origin is the name Petra?

Petra is of Slavic origin.

### Is Petra a boy or girl name?

Petra is traditionally a girl name.