Surname · German origin
Peters
Meaning
The surname Peters means Son of Peter.
Origin
German
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Peters
Peters means “son of Peter,” from the Greek for “rock.”
What kind of surname is Peters?
Peters is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the German naming tradition — you can read how German surnames were formed on our German last names page.
Other German surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Peters mean?
The surname Peters means Son of Peter. Peters means “son of Peter,” from the Greek for “rock.”
Where does the surname Peters come from?
Peters is a surname of German origin.
What kind of surname is Peters?
Peters is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other German surnames?
Other German surnames include Bauer, Becker, Berger, Braun, Fischer, Hartmann.