Petronila
p(e)-troni-la,
pet-ro-nila
US Popularity:27591
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Stone, rock
Petronila is a super-sweet girl’s name of Spanish origin, borrowed from the Greek name Peter, meaning “stone” or “rock.”. Emeralds, opals, and other precious stones are known throughout history as some of the earth’s finest materials. They’ve also been a major fashion piece since 1600 BCE when the Ancient Greeks, drawn to the dreamy allure of amethysts and aquamarines, began to wear gemstones as jewelry. But who needs diamonds when you’ve got a gorgeous name like Petronila to make your little one glow?
How Popular Is The Name Petronila?
U.S. Births
Overall:Petronila is currently #27591 in U.S. births
Girl:Petronila is currently #16681 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2025
#16681
in 2025
- 4819
from 2024
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