Drucilla
Drucilla is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Fruitful, strong, or dew-watered; historically derived from the Roman cognomen Drusus.
Origin and history
Drucilla is a classic feminine given name derived from the ancient Roman family name Drusus. It gained moderate usage in the 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, though it is quite rare today. The name is also associated with biblical history and ancient Roman aristocracy.
Popularity in the United States
3,571 babies in the United States have been named Drucilla since 1880. It ranks #2958 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2091.
States where it is most popular
- TX (15.9 %)
- GA (14.9 %)
- KY (12.6 %)
- SC (10.4 %)
- NC (8.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 82 |
| 1890-1900 | 121 |
| 1900-1910 | 158 |
| 1910-1920 | 305 |
| 1920-1930 | 488 |
| 1930-1940 | 401 |
| 1940-1950 | 644 |
| 1950-1960 | 632 |
| 1960-1970 | 246 |
| 1970-1980 | 125 |
| 1980-1990 | 64 |
| 1990-2000 | 217 |
| 2000-2010 | 48 |
| 2010-2019 | 30 |
| 2020-2029 | 10 |
Nicknames
Dru, Drucie, Cilla
Fun facts
- Drusilla was a prominent family name in the Julio-Claudian dynasty of the Roman Empire.
- A prominent variant spelling, Drusilla, was featured in modern pop culture, including the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer.