Pernilla
Swedish · Girl
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About the name Pernilla
Pernilla is a Swedish feminine given name derived from the Roman family name *Petronius*, ultimately from Latin *petra* ("rock"), and is often interpreted as a diminutive form of Petronella, meaning "little rock" or "small stone." It is primarily used in Sweden and other Scandinavian cultures, with no specific religious association, though it gained popularity in the 20th century without notable historical figures.
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Etymology
Pernilla is a Swedish feminine given name derived from the Roman family name *Petronius*, ultimately from Latin *petra* ("rock"), and is often interpreted as a diminutive form of Petronella, meaning "little rock" or "small stone." It is primarily used in Sweden and other Scandinavian cultures, with no specific religious association, though it gained popularity in the 20th century without notable historical figures.
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