Mary vs Virginia
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Virginia
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Pure, virginal
Peak: 1922 (1.53%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Mary | Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 7.24% | 0.22% |
| 1890 | 5.99% | 0.20% |
| 1900 | 5.26% | 0.34% |
| 1910 | 5.44% | 0.68% |
| 1920 | 5.71% | 1.39% |
| 1930 | 5.50% | 1.13% |
| 1940 | 4.76% | 0.81% |
| 1950 | 3.72% | 0.47% |
| 1960 | 2.48% | 0.23% |
| 1970 | 1.05% | 0.13% |
| 1980 | 0.64% | 0.10% |
| 1990 | 0.42% | 0.07% |
| 2000 | 0.31% | 0.04% |
FAQ
Is Mary or Virginia more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Mary peaked in 1880 while Virginia peaked in 1922.
What do Mary and Virginia mean?
Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child" while Virginia means "Pure, virginal".