Petal

Pronunciation: [ p-EHT-uhl ]

Girl Name #31,965 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Petal is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-EHT-uhl.

Parents who love the name Petal often also consider Pearl, Pearle, Pearlie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #31,965
Total SSA Count: 6

Nicknames

Pet Pey Petie

Similar Names

Pearl Pearle Pearlie Peggy Permelia Penelope Peter Perry

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Frequently Asked Questions About Petal

Is Petal a boy or girl name?

Petal is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Petal?

Petal is pronounced p-EHT-uhl.

How popular is the name Petal?

Petal is currently ranked #31965 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Petal?

Common nicknames for Petal include Pet, Pey, and Petie.

Is Petal a common or rare name?

Petal is an uncommon name, ranked #31965 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Petal

Petal is a girl name .

Petal is currently ranked #31,965 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Petal include Pet, Pey, and Petie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.