With 4,600 carriers in France this year, this name of Hispanic origin retains a discreet but durable place in the top 2,000 male first names.
An ancient and solid heritage
Coming from ancient Greek petros Saying “Little Caillou”, the first name Pedro has gone through the centuries to become a reference in the Hispanic and Lusophone world. Widespread in Spain and Portugal, he settled in France in a more modest but stable way, finding his place in families attached to Mediterranean sounds. In 2025, it remains carried by around 4,600 people in France, according to The official first names (First Éditions).
Numerous variants and an asserted character
This male first name is available in various forms such as Pedre, Peet, Peidro, Peire, Peit, Peitro or Peo. Its linguistic wealth reflects its international establishment. Its symbolism refers to qualities of solidity and perseverance: reliability, tenacity, commitment, method and will. A strong character that is reminiscent of famous personalities bearing this first name, like the Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar, an essential figure in world cinema thanks to emblematic films such as Women on the brink of nerves crisis Or Everything about my mother.
Spanish names, always trendy in 2025
In the wake of this first name, Spanish first names continue to inspire young parents in France. Short and singing choices like Mateo, Diego or Javier seduce for their Mediterranean warmth, while female names like Luna, Carmen or Inès confirm their lasting attraction. These first names, bearers of Iberian identity and elegance, benefit from a renewed interest linked to Spanish culture, its cinema, its music and its traditions, always influential in France.