Petite
puh-TEET
Petite is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “Derived from the French word 'petite', meaning 'small' or 'dainty'. It is often used as a term of endearment.”, and peaked in popularity in 1960.
What Petite Means
“Derived from the French word 'petite', meaning 'small' or 'dainty'. It is often used as a term of endearment.”
The Story of Petite
This name is a whispered secret, a charming acknowledgement of delicate grace.
Derived from the French word 'petite,' meaning 'small' or 'dainty,' this name emerged as a given name around 1960. It's a term of endearment that took on a life of its own, capturing a specific aesthetic.
You imagine your daughter Petite as someone with an inherent charm and a delicate, captivating presence. This name speaks to a spirit that is both graceful and delightful, a sweet and lovely soul.
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The Achiever
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Peak Year
#5 in 1960
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1960
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