Petronilla
girl namePetronilla entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #2061 in 1907, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1907–2025
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rank today
#2061
peak (1907)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #2135 |
| 1910s | #3635 |
| 1920s | #4356 |
| 1930s | #3822 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Petronilla are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Petronilla alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Petronilla in 2025?
- Petronilla is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Petronilla most popular?
- Petronilla peaked in 1907, reaching #2061 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Petronilla with classmates?
- Petronilla will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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