Petronila
Petronila is a girl baby name. Ranked #17,362 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
Petronila first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 40 babies have been named Petronila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Petronila is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #17,362 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,362
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Petronila
Petronila is a girl name .
Petronila is currently ranked #17,362 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Petronila include Pet, Pey, Petie, and Petrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Petronila include Petra, Petrona . 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