Virgia

Virgia Origin and Meaning

The name Virgia is a girl's name.

Virgia is a feminine name that likely originated as a variant of Virginia, which derives from the Latin word 'virgo' meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin'. The name Virginia has historical significance in American culture, named after Elizabeth I of England, the 'Virgin Queen', and later becoming the name of the first English colony in America. Virgia represents a simplified or dialectal variation that emerged in the southern United States. The name saw modest popularity in the early 20th century but has since become quite uncommon. Virgia carries the same classical associations as Virginia but with a slightly more accessible, informal quality. The name has a melodic sound with its soft 'g' and flowing vowels.

Virgia Rank in US Top 1000

# 969 in the US