Petar
boy name#6143 in 2025Petar entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #2109 in 1968, ranks #6143 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1963–2025
#6143
rank today
#2109
peak (1968)
14
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3430 |
| 1970s | #4089 |
| 1980s | #4462 |
| 1990s | #5454 |
| 2000s | #5554 |
| 2010s | #6760 |
| 2020s | #6052 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Petar has been most popular in IL.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Petar are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Petar alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Petar in 2025?
- Petar ranks #6143 among US boy names in 2025, with 14 babies given the name.
- When was the name Petar most popular?
- Petar peaked in 1968, reaching #2109 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Petar with classmates?
- Petar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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