Pietro Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Pietro is an Italian name meaning 'rock' or 'stone,' derived from the Latin 'Petrus.' It has evolved through historical forms such as Petrus and Pietrus. The name is associated with Saint Peter from the Bible, contributing to its prominence in Christian culture. Its popularity surged in the Middle Ages and continues to be favored in modern times, associated with strong and stable traits.
The name Pietro is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Pietro has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Pietro' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1791st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3652nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2727th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1505th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2402nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3371st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3282nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Pietro' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Pietro"
Pronunciation
/ˈpjɛtro/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
Pietro is derived from the Latin name 'Petrus,' which means 'rock' or 'stone.' This name is often associated with Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus.
Meaning
rock, stone
Language Evolution
Petrus (Latin), Pietrus (Old Italian), Pietro (Modern Italian)
Biblical Background
Pietro is the Italian form of Peter, who is a significant figure in the New Testament and considered the first Pope in Catholic tradition.
Historical Usage
The name Pietro became popular in Italy during the Middle Ages, largely due to the influence of Saint Peter in Christianity.
Variants & Derivatives
Pietra (female variant), Pietro Paolo (compound name), Pio (short form)
Modern Popularity & Image
Pietro is a well-regarded name in Italy and among Italian communities worldwide. It carries connotations of strength and stability due to its meaning.
Famous People
Pietro Metastasio (Italian poet and librettist), Pietro Mascagni (Italian composer), Pietro Ferrero (founder of Ferrero SpA)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Pietro"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Pietro"
"Pietro" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1791st of 7545 | 296 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3652nd of 6773 | 74 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2727th of 7552 | 172 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1505th of 10718 | 533 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2402nd of 16616 | 426 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3371st of 24088 | 462 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3282nd of 23106 | 417 |
Regional Popularity of "Pietro" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
48.80% 673rd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
46.38% 1127th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
46.03% 1352nd/2937 |
20.36% 709th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
25.45% 1139th/4475 |
- |
51.84% 3275th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
30.91% 1596th/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
51.03% 3808th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
39.89% 1790th/4487 |
40.63% 2772nd/6822 |
55.83% 3504th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Pietro" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Pietro"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Pietro" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.