Petronilla
Girl namePetronilla has been given to 57 babies in the U.S. since 1907. It peaked in 1927.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
57
Peak year
1927 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1907
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Petronilla — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Petronilla.
Sibling name ideas for Petronilla
Same era and popularity as Petronilla, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Petronilla?
Petronilla has been given to 57 babies in the U.S. since 1907. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Petronilla peak?
Petronilla peaked in 1927, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Petronilla a girl or boy name?
Petronilla is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Petronilla are girls).
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