Lavinia
Lavinia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Pertaining to Lavinium or legendary mother of Romans.
Origin and history
Lavinia is a classic name of Latin origin, rooted in Roman mythology as the wife of the hero Aeneas and mother of the Roman people. Though historically rare in the United States, it has maintained a steady presence over the centuries and seen a gentle resurgence in recent years. It carries a literary, vintage charm that appeals to parents seeking classical names.
Popularity in the United States
5,660 babies in the United States have been named Lavinia since 1880. It ranks #2276 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1636.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.2 %)
- NY (15.9 %)
- PA (14.5 %)
- VA (9.2 %)
- MA (7.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 225 |
| 1890-1900 | 300 |
| 1900-1910 | 310 |
| 1910-1920 | 578 |
| 1920-1930 | 740 |
| 1930-1940 | 382 |
| 1940-1950 | 350 |
| 1950-1960 | 362 |
| 1960-1970 | 380 |
| 1970-1980 | 350 |
| 1980-1990 | 197 |
| 1990-2000 | 171 |
| 2000-2010 | 264 |
| 2010-2019 | 586 |
| 2020-2029 | 465 |
Famous people named Lavinia
- Lavinia Warren: Performer, Celebrity
- Lavinia Fontana: Painter, Artist
Nicknames
Vinnie, Vinny, Nia, Lavi
Fun facts
- In Virgil's epic poem the Aeneid, Lavinia is the daughter of King Latinus whose marriage to Aeneas leads to the founding of Rome.
- The name appears prominently in English literature, including Shakespeare's play Titus Andronicus and Ursula K. Le Guin's novel Lavinia.