Petronilla
Meaning of Petronilla
Petronilla is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has Italian and Spanish origins, with slight variations in pronunciation. In Italian, it is pronounced as peh-troh-NEE-lah (/pɛtɾoˈniːla/), while in Spanish, it is pronounced as peh-troh-NEE-yah (/pe.tɾoˈni.ʎa/). The name Petronilla has associations with strength and resilience. While not as widely used in recent years, Petronilla has a long history of usage. In the United States, it had a modest level of popularity in the early 20th century, with occurrences recorded as far back as 1907. Variations of the name include Petronelle. Overall, Petronilla is an elegant and distinctive choice for parents looking for a name that stands out from the crowd.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as peh-troh-NEE-lah (/pɛtɾoˈniːla/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as peh-troh-NEE-yah (/pe.tɾoˈni.ʎa/)
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Notable People Named Petronilla
| Petronilla of Aragon - Petronilla, also known as Petronila or Petronella, was the Queen of Aragon from 1137 to 1164 and acted as regent for her son after her abdication. |
| Petronilla of Aquitaine, also known as Alix, was a French noble and the sister of Eleanor of Aquitaine. |
