Virginia: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A pure maiden, virtuous and true.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 4
- Current rank
- #580
- Peak
- #6 in 1921
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Virginia Means
Virginia is a girl name of English origin. A pure maiden, virtuous and true.
How Popular Virginia Is
Virginia currently ranks #580 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6 in 1921. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Virginia
- Virginia was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #6 in 1921.
- Virginia has been a top 100 name across 165+ years of American history.
- Virginia is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Virginia
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Virginia
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Virginia.
Questions About Virginia
What does Virginia mean?
Virginia is a girl name of English origin. A pure maiden, virtuous and true.
How popular is Virginia?
Virginia currently ranks #580 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6 in 1921. It has held steady.
Where does Virginia come from?
Virginia comes from English roots. Virginia was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #6 in 1921.
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