Popularity: 9940
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Pertness
Here’s a name that is sure to suit your pert little one! Petula is a feminine moniker of Latin origin. Possibly derived from names like Petunia or Ursula, Petula is certainly a distinctive and original choice. Meaning “pertness,” this name is best suited to babies who display their bright, bubbly, and lively personalities right off the bat. Most famously, this name is associated with English singer Petula Clark, who has gifted the world with hits like Downtown, This Is My Song, and Kiss Me Goodbye.