Virginia

Meaning of Virginia

Virginia means "maiden" or "virgin." It is often associated with purity and newness.

Virginia has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Virginia

Virginia has cooled off, slipping to #526 in 2025, down from a peak of #366 in 2000.

Notable people named Virginia

• Virginia Woolf
  English author and essayist
• Virginia Madsen
  American actress and producer
• Virginia Mayo
  American actress and dancer
• Virginia Wade
  British tennis champion
• Virginia Roberts Giuffre
  Activist; Jeffrey Epstein survivor

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Questions about the name Virginia

What does the name Virginia mean?

Virginia means virginia means "maiden" or "virgin." it is often associated with purity and newness, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Virginia a boy's or a girl's name?

Virginia is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Virginia?

In 2025, Virginia ranked #526 for girls, down from #510 the year before.

When was Virginia most popular?

Virginia peaked at #366 in 2000.