Penne

PEN-nee'PEH-nee'2 syllables
🇮🇹Italian
Classic

MEANING

Quill

ORIGIN

Culinary

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Italian word 'penna' meaning feather or quill, referencing the shape of the pasta.

CULTURAL NOTES

Penne is a popular type of pasta known for its versatility in Italian cuisine.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Penne pasta has been a staple in Italian cooking since the 19th century, often used in various recipes like Penne alla Vodka.

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FAQs About Penne

The name Penne means "Quill" in Italian.
Penne has Culinary origins. Derived from the Italian word 'penna' meaning feather or quill, referencing the shape of the pasta.
Penne is pronounced PEN-nee (PEH-nee). It has 2 syllables.
On Naymt, every name is color-coded by gender: green indicates a "masculine" name (one that has only ever appeared in the boys' top 1000 since 1880), purple indicates a "feminine" name (only in the girls' top 1000), and yellow indicates a "neutral" name (one that has appeared in the top 1000 for both genders at some point in history).
Popular nicknames for Penne include Penny, Pen.
Sibling name ideas that pair well with Penne include Fusilli, Rigatoni, Spaghetti.
The most common spelling is Penne. Alternative spellings include Penny.