Penella
Penella is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,119 in the US, popular nicknames include Pen, Pey, and Penie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Penella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 5 babies have been named Penella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Penella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,119 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,119
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Penella
Penella is a girl name .
Penella is currently ranked #65,119 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Penella include Pen, Pey, Penie, and Peneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Penella include Penelope . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis