Pete

Pete is the familiar, friendly short form of Peter, derived from the Greek Petros meaning rock or stone — the name given by Jesus to the apostle Simon, promising him the foundational role in the early church. While Peter carries weighty religious significance, Pete stripped it of formality and became the name of the approachable neighbor, the good-natured pal. For a pet, Pete is unpretentious, warm, and immediately likable.

Pete is a name you can trust — solid, friendly, and carrying absolutely no agenda beyond being the best companion around. There is a natural affability to Pete that feels effortless; pets named Pete have a way of making everyone feel comfortable, the kind of companion who gets along with everyone and holds no grudges. The name has a mid-century American warmth to it, calling to mind backyards and front porches and the uncomplicated joy of a good friend. Pete is for the companion who is exactly as good as they appear to be — reliably, wonderfully, simply good.