Pera
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Pera represents a Serbo-Croatian and Slovenian variant of the name Petra, which is the feminine form of Peter and traces back to Petrus. The origin of the name can be traced back to Petros (Πέτρος). The meaning of the first name is 'the Rocky' or 'the Stone' as well as 'the Rock'.
What does the name Pera mean?
Pera is a Serbo-Croatian and Slovenian form of Petra, the feminine variant of the name Peter, which originates from Petrus and descends from Petros (Πέτρος). The name translates to 'the Rocky', 'the Stone', and 'the Rock'. The roots of the name lie in the Ancient Greek word pétrā (πέτρᾱ) and pétros (πέτρος) for 'the Rock' as well as the Aramaic term Kephás. The expression kefas or kephas can be interpreted as 'the gemstone', 'the boulder', but also represents qualities such as 'solid', 'strong', or 'determined'. Additionally, Pera is considered a Spanish variant of the name Sperantia, which is derived from Esperanza. In German, this name means 'the hope', derived from the Latin spērāre, which means 'to hope'. In colloquial Italian, the name means 'pear'. The name is widespread globally, especially due to the veneration of the holy apostle Peter, who is the son of John. Other variants include Perin, Perine, Perrin, Perrine, and Perrinne.
How do you pronounce Pera?
The sound and pronunciation of Pera is impressive: the name consists of two syllables and has a clear structure. In German pronunciation, Pera is usually pronounced as 'Pe-ra' [ˈpeːʁa]. It begins with a long E sound, conveying a certain brightness and openness. The soft R connects with the open final syllable A, giving Pera a warm aura. These characteristics lend the name a simple and harmonious note - friendly, calm, and sonically balanced.
When is the name day of Pera?
The name day of Pera is celebrated on June 29.
Popularity
In Germany, Pera is a fairly popular first name. Currently, it ranks 1,514th on the list of the most common female first names. In the last ten years, the name Pera has been given about 70 times, which catapults it to 2,987th place in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 3,401st.
Nicknames & pet names
Peci
Similar first names
Famous people
- Jonathan Pareu Pera Takatatia Wilson (New Zealand rugby player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Pera
What is the origin of the name Pera?
Pera is a feminine first name with Ancient Aramaic and Ancient Greek origins. It derives from the terms pétrā (πέτρᾱ) and pétros (πέτρος), which mean 'the Rock' and 'the Stone'. Additionally, the name is also used in the languages Croatian, Serbian, Serbo-Croatian, and Slovenian.
What does the name Pera mean?
The name Pera means 'the Rocky' and refers to qualities such as solidity and determination. Furthermore, it is also considered a Spanish variant of the name Sperantia, which means 'the hope'.
How popular is the name Pera?
Pera is a globally widespread name, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Peter. Its variants can be found in various cultures and languages, indicating a certain popularity and acceptance.