"of the Verginius family"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Vergina
Vergina is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "of the Verginius family." Ranked #64,734 in the US, popular nicknames include Gina, Vergie, and Ginny.
Classic Southern grace with ancient Roman roots
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Things to Know About This Name
- Phonetic similarity to Virginia, a US state
The Story of Vergina
Vergina is an alternate spelling of Virginia, a name with deep Roman roots. Virginia comes from the Latin Verginius or Virginius, an ancient Roman family name related to virgo meaning maiden or pure. The name gained lasting fame through Virginia, a plebeian Roman girl whose story of virtue and tragedy was told by the historian Livy. In the American South, Virginia became a popular given name, and Vergina represents a phonetic or regional spelling variant that appeared particularly in African American naming traditions of the early to mid 20th century.
Vergina was most common in the early to mid 20th century in Southern states, reflecting the era when Virginia was a fashionable name across the American South.
The name connects to both Roman history and American Southern culture, where classical names like Virginia were widely embraced by families of all backgrounds.
Historical Record
Vergina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 10 babies have been named Vergina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vergina is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,734 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Virginia Woolf, the celebrated modernist writer, is one of the most famous bearers of this name
- The state of Virginia was named after Queen Elizabeth I of England, known as the Virgin Queen
Vergina in Other Languages
French
Virginie
Italian
Virginia
Spanish
Virginia
Portuguese
Virginia
Popularity Over Time
#64,734
Current Rank
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Vergina
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Virginia Woolf
Writer
1882
British modernist novelist and essayist, author of Mrs Dalloway and To the Lighthouse
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Virginia (Ginny Weasley) Fictional
Other
Ginny Weasley from the Harry Potter series has Virginia as a formal name basis
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #64,734
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American African American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Gina
Vergie
Ginny
Middle Name Ideas
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Classic pairing, American heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Vergina
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vergina
What does the name Vergina mean?
"of the Verginius family" (from Latin). Vergina is an alternate spelling of Virginia, a name with deep Roman roots. Virginia comes from the Latin Verginius or Virginius, an ancient Roman family name related to virgo meaning maiden or pure. The name gained lasting fame through Virginia, a plebeian Roman girl whose story of virtue and tragedy was told by the historian Livy. In the American South, Virginia became a popular given name, and Vergina represents a phonetic or regional spelling variant that appeared particularly in African American naming traditions of the early to mid 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Vergina?
Vergina has Latin, American, and African American origins. In Latin, it means "of the Verginius family".
Is Vergina a boy or girl name?
Vergina is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Vergina?
Vergina is currently ranked #64734 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Vergina?
Common nicknames for Vergina include Gina, Vergie, and Ginny.
What are good middle names for Vergina?
Popular middle name pairings include Vergina Mae, Vergina Rose, Vergina Lynn, Vergina Ann, and Vergina Jean.
What are good sibling names for Vergina?
Names that pair well with Vergina as siblings include Earnestine, Marvella, Theodora, and Claribell.
How many syllables does Vergina have?
Vergina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Vergina a common or rare name?
Vergina is an uncommon name, ranked #64734 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Vergina
Vergina is a girl name with American and African American origins . The name means "of the Verginius family" in Latin .
Vergina is currently ranked #64,734 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Vergina has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Vergina include Gina, Vergie, and Ginny. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis