Virgia

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.

Pronounced VER-juh.

As of October 2026, Virgia ranked #6024 for girls in US births in 1967 SSA, peaked at #928 for girls in 1895.