sELEAr's list "Civil War Era Names" of 4 great name ideas: Ann - Winfield!

Civil War Era Names

Names for both boys and girls from the mid-1860s that I feel are noteworthy and beautiful.

Ann, the name of the sainted mother of the Virgin Mary, was among the top <a href="https://nameberry.com/girls-names">girls’ names</a> for centuries, in both the original English Ann spelling and the French Anne. Both left the Top 100 around 1970 and show no signs of returning, with Anne is the middle of the US Top 1000 and Ann dropped out of sight. 

Once a go-to middle name, Ann has lost its stature in that position as well. Still, it's one of the most <a href="/list/653/100-most-common-names-for-girls">common names for girls</a> of the 20th century.
 Some more popular related names today include Hannah, Anna, and Annabelle.

Thurlow is a masculine name of Old English origin, derived from the elements 'thor' (thunder) and 'hlaw' (hill), literally meaning 'thunder hill' or 'hill where Thor is worshipped,' connecting it to Norse mythology. Originally a surname and place name in England, Thurlow has occasionally transitioned to first-name status. It carries an aristocratic air, partly due to its association with Baron Thurlow, a British noble title. The name has never been common as a first name, giving it a distinctive and somewhat stately quality. Thurlow might appeal to parents seeking a rare name with historical depth and a connection to British heritage. Its strong sound and unique character make it stand out while still feeling grounded in traditional naming conventions.

Thurlow

Virginnia is a feminine name representing an alternative spelling of Virginia, which derives from the Latin 'virgo' meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin.' This variant spelling emerged in the 18th-19th centuries when spelling standardization was less rigid. The name Virginia itself has significant historical connections to American heritage, named for Elizabeth I (the 'Virgin Queen') and later applied to the Virginia colony. This alternative spelling with the double 'n' offers a subtle distinction while maintaining the classic name's historical associations and pronunciation. Virginnia has never been as popular as the standard spelling but appears occasionally in historical records, particularly in the southern United States. The name carries connotations of dignity, grace, and historical significance while the unique spelling provides a touch of distinction for those seeking a slightly unusual variant of this classic name.

Virginnia

An English surname derived from multiple place names, which ranked in the Top 500 for boys in the US until the turn of the 20th century.