Skip to main content
Back to all names
GirlEnglish

Petunia

peh-TOO-nee-uh

Popularity

#11863

rising

Letters

7

Syllables

4

Origin

English

Total Births

32

Peak Year

#8 in 2024

First Recorded

2014

Style

Nature-Inspired, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

This floral feminine name is derived from the genus of flowering plants, whose name comes from the French 'petun', meaning 'tobacco' (due to a perceived similarity in scent).

Nickname Watch

Kids pick up nicknames whether parents plan for it or not. Make sure you like the short forms too.

Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Petunia Dursley

    Fictional character, aunt of Harry Potter.

Nicknames

Personality Traits

VivaciousPrettyCharmingSweet

Want to explore Petunia further?

Get personalized name suggestions or dive deep into the cultural history of Petunia.

More Names to Explore

View all