Lavinia
luh-vin-ee-uh
US Popularity:4255
Origin:Latin
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Legendary mother of the Roman people; From the ancient town of Lavinium
Lavinia is a feminine Romanian name of Latin origin, meaning “legendary mother of the Roman people.” This classic name has roots in Roman legends where Lavinia was the wife of Aeneas—an ancestor of Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome. Aeneas and Lavinia had a son together, giving her the legendary title of the mother of Rome. According to Roman legend, Aeneas later named the Italian town of Lavinium in honor of his wife. Lavinia is a traditional name illuminated by extraordinary legends that will be sure to encourage baby to seek out their own epic story.
Lavinia Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Lavinia is currently #1500 on The Bump
Girl:Lavinia is currently #1068 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Lavinia is currently #4255 in U.S. births
Girl:Lavinia is currently #2377 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#2377
in 2023
- 215
from 2022
Sources
WordSense, Lavinia
WordSense, Latium
Dictionary of Medieval Names from European Source, Lavinia
Merriam-Webster, Lavinia, noun
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