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Pierre is a male first name derived from the Latin name Petrus. Petrus is the Latinized form of the Greek name Πέτρος (Petros), which means "stone" or "rock." The name was borne by Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus.
In the Bible, Jesus gives Simon the nickname "Cephas," which is the Aramaic word for "rock." This nickname was later translated into Greek as "Petros" and Latin as "Petrus."
Popularity:
Pierre is a common name in many French-speaking countries and has also been used in English-speaking countries. It was especially popular in the Middle Ages, and it continues to be a popular name in France today.
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