Girl name · Latin
Virginia
“maiden, pure”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Virginia.
Explore Virginia further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Virginia — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Virginia is Latin — virginalis, "maiden, pure" — the name Elizabeth I's epithet gave to a colony, a state, and centuries of daughters; Virginia Woolf gave it a room of its own.
A top-ten name of the 1920s, Virginia sits around 600th in 2024 — four syllables of American history at vintage-revival prices.
Ginny and Ginger offer playful exits from its formality. It pairs well with single-syllable middles (Virginia Mae, Virginia Wren). On our vibe map it is Vintage Elegant with Dark Academia margins — Woolf saw to that.
More Latin names
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All Latin names →Virginia — common questions
Is Virginia a boy or girl name?
Virginia is traditionally a girl name of Latin origin. It ranked #526 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Virginia mean?
Virginia means “maiden, pure” of Latin origin. Virginia is Latin — virginalis, "maiden, pure" — the name Elizabeth I's epithet gave to a colony, a state, and centuries of daughters; Virginia Woolf gave it a room of its own.
Where does the name Virginia come from?
Virginia is Latin in origin. A top-ten name of the 1920s, Virginia sits around 600th in 2024 — four syllables of American history at vintage-revival prices.
What are common nicknames for Virginia?
Ginny, Gigi, Gin, and Virgie — the short-forms parents most often use for Virginia.
How popular is Virginia?
Virginia ranked #526 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which keeps it recognisable but uncommon.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Virginia you might want for the nursery.