Velia
Velia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Hidden or from the Velian Hill.
Origin and history
Velia is a name of Latin origin, associated with the Velian Hill in Rome or the ancient Italian city of Velia. It has historically seen modest usage in the United States, often appearing in families of Italian or Latin American heritage. Today, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,831 babies in the United States have been named Velia since 1880. It ranks #3333 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2047.
States where it is most popular
- TX (61 %)
- CA (31.3 %)
- AZ (4.7 %)
- PA (1.4 %)
- NM (0.99 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 20 |
| 1910-1920 | 158 |
| 1920-1930 | 419 |
| 1930-1940 | 447 |
| 1940-1950 | 370 |
| 1950-1960 | 386 |
| 1960-1970 | 241 |
| 1970-1980 | 279 |
| 1980-1990 | 166 |
| 1990-2000 | 142 |
| 2000-2010 | 80 |
| 2010-2019 | 69 |
| 2020-2029 | 54 |
Fun facts
- The Velia (or Velian Hill) was a historic ridge in ancient Rome situated between the Palatine Hill and the Esquiline.
- Velia was also the Roman name for Elea, an ancient Greek city in Southern Italy famous for its school of philosophy.