All about the name

Virgini

Female

« Virginia is a Latin name meaning 'pure' or 'chaste', popularized during the Renaissance period and inspired by the Latin word 'virgo'. »

#65384 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Virginia is a name of Latin origin that means "pure" or "chaste." It comes from the Latin word "virgo," which means virgin. The name Virginia was popularized during the Renaissance period, as it was often used in literature and art to represent ideal female beauty and purity. The first known use of the name Virginia in English literature is in Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales, written in the late 14th century. In the tale "The Wife of Bath," one of the characters is named Virginia. Virginia was also the name of an indigenous woman from present-day Virginia who was brought to England in the late 16th century and became a symbol of English imperialism and colonialism. She was known as Lady Virginia or Pocahontas, and her story has been popularized in various forms of media, including the Disney film "Pocahontas." Today, Virginia is still a popular name for girls around the world. It has also inspired numerous variations and derivatives, such as Gina, Ginny, Virgie, and Ginger. Despite its historic associations with purity and colonialism, the name Virginia remains a beautiful and timeless choice for parents looking to give their daughter a unique and meaningful name.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Virgini since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1963
5 births
in 1963
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years