Pierina is a captivating Italian given name, derived from the Latin 'Peter,' which means 'rock' or 'stone.' It's a diminutive of names like Pietro and Petronilla. The name Pierina was popular in Italy during the medieval period but has since become quite rare. It lends itself well to nicknames such as Piè or Rina. In terms of international usage, Pierina is primarily found in Italy, with occasional appearances in other countries influenced by Italian culture.
Pierina experienced periods of popularity with notable spikes around World War I and a resurgence in the late 20th century, though it has since declined to very low numbers by the early 21st century.