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Origin(s)
Pronunciationver-JIN-ee-uh / vərˈdʒɪn.i.əLatin
Meaning
virgin; pure
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Virginia is derived from the Latin word 'virgo', meaning virgin or maiden. It has been used since the Roman times and gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Renaissance. Virginia is also associated with the state of Virginia in the United States, named in honor of Queen Elizabeth I, the 'Virgin Queen'. The name has been used for both genders, though it is predominantly feminine.
Trend Summary
Virginia has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the early 20th century and experiencing a decline in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gina
- Virgie
International Variants
- Virgínia (Portuguese)
- Virginia (Italian)
- Virginia (Spanish)
Famous people named Virginia
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Fictional characters named Virginia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Virginia was first seen in the United States in 1895. Virginia has ranked as high as #815 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Virginia, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Virginia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Virginia (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1909 | 6 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 19 |
| 1915 | 28 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 28 |
| 1918 | 31 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 38 |
| 1922 | 37 |
| 1923 | 36 |
| 1924 | 46 |
| 1925 | 51 |
| 1926 | 54 |
| 1927 | 74 |
| 1928 | 55 |
| 1929 | 60 |
| 1930 | 69 |
| 1931 | 56 |
| 1932 | 52 |
| 1933 | 42 |
| 1934 | 48 |
| 1935 | 49 |
| 1936 | 50 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 52 |
| 1939 | 42 |
| 1940 | 44 |
| 1941 | 43 |
| 1942 | 35 |
| 1943 | 40 |
| 1944 | 38 |
| 1945 | 31 |
| 1946 | 26 |
| 1947 | 23 |
| 1948 | 22 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 22 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 16 |
| 1958 | 19 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 20 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1964 | 19 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 14 |
| 1967 | 11 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |