Petunia Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpeh-TOO-nee-uh / /pəˈtjuː.ni.ə/Latin; English
Meaning
flower (Latin); derived from the flower name (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Petunia originates from the Latin word 'petunia,' which refers to a flowering plant in the nightshade family. In English, it became popular as a given name due to the flower's association with beauty and grace. The flower itself was named after the French word for tobacco, 'petun,' reflecting its botanical lineage. Petunia has been used in various cultures as a symbol of affection and thoughtfulness.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Petun
- Petuniah
International Variants
- Petúnia (Portuguese)
- Petunie (Dutch)
Famous people named Petunia
Petunia Dursley — character in the Harry Potter series.
Petunia Clark — British singer.
Fictional characters named Petunia
Petunia Dursley — Harry Potter series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Petunia was first seen in the United States in 2014. Petunia has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Petunia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Petunia
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 8 |