Boutros

Boutros is a male given name of Arabic origin. It is the Arabic form of Peter, ultimately derived from the Greek Petros meaning rock or stone. The name is common among Arabic-speaking communities and their diaspora, including Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, and the wider Middle East. In transliteration from Arabic, it appears in several spellings such as Boutros, Botros, Boutrous, or Boutrus.

Among notable bearers is Boutros Boutros-Ghali (1922–2016), an Egyptian diplomat who served as the sixth Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1992 to 1996.

Beyond individuals, the name appears in historical and contemporary contexts as a common male given name in the Arab world. It can be encountered in literature and media as a first name in various Arab communities. The name’s usage reflects its cultural and religious diversity within Arab societies and among the Arab diaspora.