Petula
Petula is a girl baby name. Ranked #63,234 in the US, popular nicknames include Pet, Pey, and Petie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Petula first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 179 babies have been named Petula in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Petula is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #63,234 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #63,234
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Petula
Petula is a girl name .
Petula is currently ranked #63,234 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Petula include Pet, Pey, Petie, and Petuie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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