Male Name
Boutros
ˈbutˤ.rus
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
stone
The Nanny characters
Writing Systems
بطرسArabic
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
59/100
Meaning & Etymology
Boutros, Botros, or Butrus (Arabic: بطرس) is the Arabic form of the name Peter, derived from the Greek name Πέτρος (Petros). It is generally used as a male given name but may also be used as a surname. The name carries significant cultural and religious connotations, particularly within Christian communities in the Arab world, as it is associated with Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus.
Etymology
Original Form:
بطرس (Butrus)
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Greek Πέτρος (Petros), meaning 'rock' or 'stone,' to the Arabic بطرس (Butrus), and further adapted into variations like Boutros and Botros.
Source:
Arabic and Greek linguistic traditions