Little Peter; stone
Derived from Pernel, a medieval contracted form of Petronilla, which is the feminine diminutive of the Latin name Petrus. It eventually became a common English surname before being used as a masculine given name.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Parnell in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Irish nationalist politician and leader of the Home Rule Movement
American actor known for his role in the television series Bonanza
American baseball third baseman in the Negro Leagues
