Petr

Petr is a masculine given name of Slavic origin. It is the form of Peter used in several Slavic languages, and ultimately derives from the Greek Petros, meaning rock or stone. The name is common in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, as well as in Russia and other Eastern European countries. In many languages the cognate forms Peter, Pietro, Pierre, and Pedro are used instead.

Geography and usage: In the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Russia, Petr is a standard given name. The name is often associated with Christian tradition through Saint Peter. Name days are observed in some cultures; in the Czech calendar, Petr is celebrated on June 29 in conjunction with Saint Peter and Saint Paul.

Notable people: Notable individuals named Petr include Petr Čech, a Czech football goalkeeper, and Petr Korda, a Czech former professional tennis player. Another contemporary bearer is Petr Yan, a Russian mixed martial artist.