Virgie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Virgie has Latin origins, meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin'. It evolved from the Latin 'Virginius' and was popularized in English as a diminutive of Virginia. Virgie carries traits of elegance and femininity, but it does not have biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the early 20th century, and while it is less common today, it is viewed as a charming vintage name.
The name Virgie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Virgie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Virgie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1648th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2169th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3924th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 268th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 392nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 901st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2589th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8126th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Virgie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Virgie"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɜːrdʒi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Virgie is derived from the Latin name 'Virginius', which is associated with the word 'virgo', meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin'. It has been used as a diminutive form of Virginia.
Meaning
maiden, virgin
Language Evolution
Virginius (Latin), Virginia (Latin), Virgie (English)
Historical Usage
Virgie gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a feminine given name, often as a diminutive of Virginia.
Variants & Derivatives
Virginia, Virg, Gina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Virgie is considered a vintage name, often associated with a sense of nostalgia and charm. Its usage has declined in recent years, but it retains a unique appeal.
Famous People
Virgie Tovar, an author and activist, Virgie Hobbs, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Virgie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Virgie"
"Virgie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1648th of 7545 | 338 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2169th of 6773 | 216 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3924th of 7552 | 74 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 268th of 9107 | 10,568 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 392nd of 9204 | 5,419 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 901st of 12526 | 2,339 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2589th of 19264 | 469 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8126th of 27321 | 136 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Virgie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
70.25% 1662nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Virgie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
30.30% 429th/1416 |
59.90% 826th/1379 |
7.48% 177th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
38.16% 590th/1546 |
70.89% 1103rd/1556 |
11.47% 270th/2353 |
63.41% 981st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
51.91% 1156th/2227 |
- |
20.64% 589th/2853 |
54.81% 1521st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- |
53.27% 1874th/3518 |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Virgie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Virgie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.