Pietrina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpee-eh-TREE-nah / piˈetrinaItalian
Meaning
little stone
Historical & Cultural Background
Pietrina is a feminine diminutive of the name Pietro, which is the Italian form of Peter. The name Peter has biblical roots, derived from the Greek word 'petros,' meaning 'rock' or 'stone.' In Italy, diminutive forms are often used affectionately or to denote youth. Pietrina is less common than its masculine counterpart but carries a similar cultural significance.
Similar Names
Variants
- Pietro
- Pietrina
International Variants
- Pietrina (Italian)
- Petrina (English)
Famous people named Pietrina
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Fictional characters named Pietrina
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pietrina was first seen in the United States in 1912. Pietrina has ranked as high as #1008 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Pietrina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pietrina (1947)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |