Feminine dossier · first seen 1881

Petra

Stable Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1927
Peak births
197
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1881Peak 19272025
peak 1927 2025 18801900192019401960198020002020

Quick answers about Petra

How many people are named Petra?

An estimated 8,964 living Americans are named Petra.

How rare is Petra?

Petra is uncommon among babies today, with 161 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 18.3% from its 1927 peak.

How old is the typical Petra?

The median age of a living American named Petra is approximately 40 years, with most bearers falling between 16 and 61 years old.

Is Petra still popular?

Yes. Petra is holding steady, with 161 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.

Peak year
1927
Decline from peak
18.3%
2025
161
All-time
14,559