Petrona

“Petrona is a feminine form of Pedro, widely used in Spanish-speaking countries”

Spanish origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5898US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

271All-time births

📅 Since 191300

How to pronounce Petrona

PETR·OH·nuh

/ˈpɛtr.ˈoʊ.nə/ · stress on PETR · 3 syllables

“Petrona is a feminine form of Pedro, widely used in Spanish-speaking countries”

Spanish origin · Girl name

What does Petrona mean and where does it come from?

Petrona is a feminine form of Pedro, widely used in Spanish-speaking countries. Historically, it has been used in various cultures to denote strength and stability, reflecting the meaning of 'rock'. It has various regional variations and is celebrated in its use among Hispanic communities. Notable p

Cultural significance

Petrona has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.

Peak popularity

Reached #3672 in 1913 — currently #5898 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Petrona?

Petrona works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Petrona Grace

How popular is Petrona right now?

Rising fast — up 1316 spots — currently #5898 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#5898 · Top 4.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5898	21	▲ up 1316 · +31% births
2022	#7214	16	▼ down 1850 · -33% births
2021	#5364	24	▼ down 494 · -8% births
2020	#4870	26	▲ up 4091 · +117% births
2015	#8961	12	▲ up 2343 · +33% births
2010	#11304	9	▼ down 2373 · -25% births
2005	#8931	12	▲ up 2968 · +71% births
2000	#11899	7	▼ down 1273
1995	#10626	7	▲ up 2511 · +40% births
1990	#13137	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Petrona

Best Year2020Rank #4870

Peak Count26

Average Rank#8820

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Petrona

Petrona entered American naming records in 1913 and has been in use for over 111 years. With 271 total births recorded, Petrona remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13137 in 1990 to #5898 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Petrona in 1913:

Mary Helen Dorothy Margaret Ruth

Petrona by decade

Petrona peaked in the 1910s. See all 1910s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	5
1980s	5
1990s	38
2000s	81
2010s ★	116
2020s	26

💎Petrona has only 271 total recorded births since 1913 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Petrona?

Common

PetPeOna

Famous people named Petrona

Petrona (Latin American historical figure)

Petrona used this name across South and Central America as Spanish naming traditions spread.

Petrona (Spanish conquistador or explorer)

Petrona bore this name during the Age of Exploration, spreading it across the Americas.

Petrona (Spanish royal)

Petrona held this name in the Spanish Crown, giving it aristocratic resonance across the Hispanic world.

Petrona (Spanish saint)

Petrona helped establish this name across the Spanish-speaking Catholic world.

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Common questions about the name Petrona

What does the name Petrona mean?

Petrona means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Spanish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Petrona?

Petrona is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Petrona have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Petrona?

Petrona originates from Spanish tradition. Spanish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Petrona?

Petrona is a three-syllable name pronounced P EH1 T R OW1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Petrona?

Petrona pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spanish heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.