Petite
Meaning of Petite
Petite is a charming and unique name for a baby girl. It is of French origin and carries a delicate, feminine quality. The name Petite is associated with petite stature or smallness, which adds to its endearing appeal. In British English, it is pronounced as puh-TEET (/pəˈtiːt/), while in American English, it is pronounced as puh-TEET (/pəˈtit/). The name has a subtle elegance that can make any little girl stand out from the crowd. While not widely used, Petite has been given to a handful of newborns in the United States over the years. Its rarity only adds to its charm and uniqueness, making it an excellent choice for parents who desire an uncommon yet beautiful name for their daughter. Another variation of this name is Petit.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as puh-TEET (/pəˈtiːt/)
American English
- Pronunced as puh-TEET (/pəˈtit/)
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Notable People Named Petite
| Petite Etoile was a successful British Thoroughbred racehorse, winning multiple races and being named British Horse of the Year in 1959. |
| Yannick Diekeno Ilunga, also known as Petite Noir, is a multi-talented South African-Belgian-Congolese musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, known for his debut EP "The King of Anxiety" and his debut album "La vie est belle / Life Is Beautiful." |
| Vincent Aycocho, also known as Petite, is a well-known Filipino actor, comedian, singer, and TV show host, recognized for his work in Comedy Bar, Punch line, Clowns, and hosting CelebriTV on GMA Network. |
