Peleinä

Peleinä is a term that can refer to several things, primarily in the context of a surname and also as a dialectal or archaic word for a shield.

As a surname, Peleiná is of Romanian origin. It is a patronymic surname, meaning it is derived from a male ancestor's given name. The root of the name is likely related to the given name "Petru" (Peter) or a diminutive form thereof. Surnames of this type were commonly adopted in Romania and other Eastern European countries. While not an extremely common surname, individuals bearing the name Peleiná can be found in Romania and in diaspora communities.

In a more archaic or dialectal context, "peleină" can sometimes be found as a word for a shield. This usage is less common in modern Romanian language and is more likely to appear in historical texts or specific regional dialects. The etymology of this usage is debated, but it is thought to potentially relate to words describing protective coverings or skins. However, this meaning is significantly less prevalent than the surname usage.