Female Name
Verginia
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
ends in -nia
variants
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
51/100
Meaning & Etymology
Verginia is a variant of the name Virginia, which is of Latin origin. The name Virginia is derived from the Latin word 'virgo', meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin'. Verginia, as a historical figure, is known from ancient Roman history, particularly from the story recounted by the Roman historian Livy in his work 'Ab Urbe Condita'. The name is associated with themes of virtue and sacrifice, as Verginia was killed by her father to protect her honor, an event that played a significant role in the politica...
Etymology
Original Form:
Virginia
Evolution:
Verginia is a variant spelling of Virginia, reflecting historical Latin usage.
Source:
Latin 'virgo' meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin'.