Drusilla
Drusilla is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Fruitful, dew-watered, or descendant of Drusus.
Origin and history
Drusilla is a classic name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Drusus. It gained historic visibility through ancient Roman royalty and brief appearances in biblical history. In the United States, it remains a rare, vintage choice that is seldom given to newborns today.
Popularity in the United States
2,938 babies in the United States have been named Drusilla since 1880. It ranks #3268 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2058.
States where it is most popular
- NY (22.6 %)
- CA (15.9 %)
- TX (13.7 %)
- IL (9.6 %)
- LA (9.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 61 |
| 1890-1900 | 75 |
| 1900-1910 | 106 |
| 1910-1920 | 315 |
| 1920-1930 | 380 |
| 1930-1940 | 296 |
| 1940-1950 | 355 |
| 1950-1960 | 622 |
| 1960-1970 | 348 |
| 1970-1980 | 88 |
| 1980-1990 | 62 |
| 1990-2000 | 101 |
| 2000-2010 | 49 |
| 2010-2019 | 37 |
| 2020-2029 | 43 |
Famous people named Drusilla
- Drusilla Wills: Actress
Nicknames
Dru, Silla, Drucie
Fun facts
- The name was famously borne by Julia Drusilla, sister to the Roman Emperor Caligula.
- Drusilla gained renewed pop-culture recognition as a prominent vampire character in the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer.