Petria

Variant of Petrea, a feminine form of Peter derived from Greek/Latin meaning 'rock.'

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Petria is a feminine form of Peter, derived through Greek and Latin meaning rock. The name keeps the same sturdy symbolic base but softens it into a more lyrical feminine shape. Petria feels classical, rare, and balanced. It has the strength of a foundation name with the grace of a feminized ending, making it sound both resolute and elegant.

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