I know of two Petals born in 2009. One belongs to celebrity chef Jamie Oliver, and the other belongs to Renée Soeterik and Boris Milinkovich of Toronto.
How did the latter Petal get her name? Well, Renee was taking a bath, Boris was brushing his teeth, and they were discussing baby names.
A vase of beautiful mixed flowers, from Boris – sent for no particular reason – sat on a ledge near Renée’s feet. A petal fell on her toe; she said “Petal.”
After that, the couple “didn’t think about any other names.”
Their daughter, Petal Branka, was born in June. (Her middle name honors Boris’ dad, Branko, who passed away several years ago.)
Petal’s older siblings are named Nikita, Indiana (“after Indiana Jones”), and Liam.
Source: Rushowy, Kristin. “Baby name: A winter’s tale turns to a pretty, perfect Petal.” Toronto Star 26 Sept. 2009.
I actually quite like Petal. I think its dainty, feminine and sweet.
It’s a gorgeous nickname, especially for a little girl. Still, I feel that a more substantial name would be better particularly when little Petal grows up.
I think it’s utterly beautiful. It is very dainty and feminine, and I think it could age very well. And the story behind it is just to die for.
I think it’s lovely, but probably better as a middle or nickname, though I don’t know what could be shortened to Petal… A floral name, especially Petunia, maybe? Or something like Penelope Tallulah? Also, the street I live on has the word/name Petal in it, so it would be kind of weird if I used it…
No need to worry about little Petal when she grows up. I am now in my 40’s and I have been a Petal my entire life. In my youth , yes, it was annoying having to explain the name ; however, since I have gotten older and I am in a profession where I deal a lot with people…I can say everyone loves it….especially when they see me. I am always told , how fitting a name it is.