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Piotr

BoyGreek

Piotr is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Rock or stone".

About this name

Gender
Boy
Language
Greek
Popularity
74 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Rock or stone
Etymology
Peter is a common masculine given name. It is derived directly from Greek Πέτρος, Petros, which itself was a translation of Aramaic Kefa, the new name Jesus gave to apostle Simon bar Jonah.

Famous People Named Piotr

  • Piotr ZielińskiPolish association football player (born 1994)
  • Piotr ŚwierczewskiPolish association football player
  • Piotr TrochowskiGerman association football player
  • Piotr MałachowskiPolish discus thrower
  • Piotr ŻyłaPolish ski jumper

Frequently Asked Questions About Piotr

What does the name Piotr mean?

Piotr means "Rock or stone", and is of Greek origin.

What is the origin of the name Piotr?

Piotr originates from Greek.

Is Piotr a boy or girl name?

Piotr is typically used as a boy name.

Are there famous people named Piotr?

Yes — notable people named Piotr include Piotr Zieliński (Polish association football player, born 1994), Piotr Świerczewski (Polish association football player), Piotr Trochowski (German association football player), Piotr Małachowski (Polish discus thrower) and Piotr Żyła (Polish ski jumper).

Last updated: June 2026