Petronella
Meaning of Petronella
Petronella is a female name with Dutch origins. In Dutch, it is pronounced as pay-troh-NEL-lah (/ˈpeɪtroːnla/), while in English, it is pronounced as peh-truh-NEL-uh (/pəˈtrɑnələ/). The name has variations such as Nella and Petra. Petronella has been recorded in the United States since the late 19th century. While it hasn't been extremely popular throughout the years, it has had some consistent usage. In recent decades, its popularity has declined. Petronella carries an air of elegance and sophistication and may appeal to parents seeking a unique and timeless name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
Dutch
- Pronunced as pay-troh-NEL-lah (/ˈpeɪtroːnla/)
English
- Pronunced as peh-truh-NEL-uh (/pəˈtrɑnələ/)
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Notable People Named Petronella
| Petronella Barker is a British actress known for her work in film and television. |
| Petronella Moens was a blind Dutch writer, editor, and feminist who advocated for political issues such as slavery and women's suffrage. |
| Petronella Tshuma is a South African actress known for winning Most Promising Actor at the 10th Africa Movie Academy Awards and receiving a Golden Horn Best Actress nomination for her role in Of Good Report. |
| Petronella Barker is a British-born Norwegian actress known for her roles in Sweetwater and Havet stiger. |
| Petronella Duncan is a South African politician who previously served as a Member of Parliament with the Democratic Alliance and as the Shadow Deputy Minister of Human Settlements. |
