Aurelia
Aurelia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Golden, gilded, or shining.
Origin and history
Aurelia is a classic feminine name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Aurelius. It was historically prominent in ancient Rome, including as the name of Julius Caesar's mother. In recent years, it has seen a noticeable resurgence in popularity in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
18,435 babies in the United States have been named Aurelia since 1880. It ranks #1120 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #401.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.6 %)
- TX (15.8 %)
- NY (7.8 %)
- IL (5 %)
- PA (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 231 |
| 1890-1900 | 434 |
| 1900-1910 | 577 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,298 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,663 |
| 1930-1940 | 1,068 |
| 1940-1950 | 854 |
| 1950-1960 | 766 |
| 1960-1970 | 527 |
| 1970-1980 | 591 |
| 1980-1990 | 573 |
| 1990-2000 | 624 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,105 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,494 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,630 |
Famous people named Aurelia
- Aurelia Plath: Author, Teacher
Nicknames
Lia, Aura, Goldie, Rory
Fun facts
- Aurelia Cotta was the mother of Julius Caesar, renowned for her intellect and influence in ancient Rome.
- The name stems from the Latin word 'aureus', which directly translates to golden.