Petter

Petter is the Scandinavian form of Peter, ultimately derived from the Greek name Petros, meaning rock or stone, itself a translation of the Aramaic name Cephas given by Jesus to the apostle Simon in the New Testament. The name spread throughout Europe following the widespread veneration of Saint Peter, the first bishop of Rome. Petter has long been a common masculine given name in Sweden and Norway, carried by numerous historical figures in those countries. Related forms include Peter, Pieter, Peder, and Pietro.