Pedro, of Spanish and Portuguese origin, is a classic yet timeless given name that translates to 'rock' or 'stone' in both languages. It's often associated with the Roman Catholic saint Pedro, also known as Saint Peter, who was one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles. This name gained significant popularity during the Middle Ages due to the veneration of this saint and has since been adopted by many cultures worldwide. In Portugal, it's traditionally given on the Feast Day of São Pedro (St. Peter) on June 29th. Pedros are known for their warmth, strength, and resilience, much like the sturdy rock they're named after.
Here are some observations about the statistics concerning the name Pedro:
- The number of births named Pedro peaked between 1976 and 1982, with a high of 15 births in 1982.
- The total number of births named Pedro from 1927 to 2004 is 499.
- There were no recorded births with the name Pedro in several years between 1930 and 1964, including a gap of 25 years (1931-1955).
- The name Pedro's popularity declined significantly after the mid-1980s, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1987 onwards.
- The last recorded birth with the name Pedro was in 2004.