Virginia
girl name#525 in 2025Virginia entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #6 in 1921, ranks #525 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#525
rank today
#6
peak (1921)
572
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #101 |
| 1890s | #90 |
| 1900s | #55 |
| 1910s | #15 |
| 1920s | #8 |
| 1930s | #16 |
| 1940s | #29 |
| 1950s | #65 |
| 1960s | #116 |
| 1970s | #159 |
| 1980s | #185 |
| 1990s | #294 |
| 2000s | #463 |
| 2010s | #550 |
| 2020s | #542 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Virginia has been most popular in VA, TX, NC.
Living bearers
About 241,000 people named Virginia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Virginia alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Virginia in 2025?
- Virginia ranks #525 among US girl names in 2025, with 572 babies given the name.
- When was the name Virginia most popular?
- Virginia peaked in 1921, reaching #6 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Virginia with classmates?
- Virginia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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