Penella
Cornish · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Penella
Penella means "head" or "chief" and derives from the Cornish element "pen" (head) combined with a diminutive suffix, reflecting Celtic linguistic roots.
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Etymology
Penella means "head" or "chief" and derives from the Cornish element "pen" (head) combined with a diminutive suffix, reflecting Celtic linguistic roots. The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries and has Cornish heritage, with historical usage among British families, particularly in southwest England.
Penella currently ranks #6,205 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1952.
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