Virginie

“young woman, maiden” — Associated with purity and youthfulness

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1381US 2023

819Births / yr

→Stable

67All-time births

📅 Since 191700

How to pronounce Virginie

veer-zhee-nee

/veer-zhee-nee/ · · 3 syllables

“young woman, maiden”

Associated with purity and youthfulness · France origin

What does Virginie mean and where does it come from?

Virginie is a French variant of Virginia, which has Latin roots meaning 'young woman' or 'maiden'. The name Virginie has been used in France since the Middle Ages and is associated with purity and youthfulness. It saw a rise in popularity during the 20th century. Notable figures include Virginie Des

Cultural significance

Virginie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of young woman, maiden.

Peak popularity

Reached #3961 in 1930 — currently #1381 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Virginie?

Virginie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Virginie Grace

How popular is Virginie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1381 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1920–2023#1381 · Top 1.0%

1920

1930

1975

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1381	819	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1386	799	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1391	769	▲ up 7911 · +15280% births
1975	#9302	5	▼ down 5341 · -29% births
1930	#3961	7	▲ up 869 · +17% births
1920	#4830	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Virginie

Best Year2023Rank #1381

Peak Count819

Average Rank#3709

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1920 - 20236 years

The story of Virginie

Virginie entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. With 67 total births recorded, Virginie remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4830 in 1920 to #1381 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Virginie in 1930:

Mary Betty Dorothy Helen Margaret

Virginie by decade

Virginie peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	12
1920s ★	17
1930s	7
1960s	5
1970s	11
1980s	10
1990s	5

💎Virginie has only 67 total recorded births since 1917 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Virginie?

AFRICAN AMERICAN

Lagina

ENGLISH

GeenaGenaGinaGingerGinnieGinnyJinnyVirgeeVirgie

FRENCH

Gigi

ANCIENT ROMAN

Verginius

What names sound and feel like Virginie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Virginie also consider these

Virgine

France · Latin

Virgini

Latin · Maiden; pure; virgin

Virgiline

Latin · virgin

Tiffinie

American · A variant of

How is Virginie written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Virginie?

Verginius ANCIENT ROMAN

Common questions about the name Virginie

What does the name Virginie mean?

Virginie means "young woman, maiden" — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Virginie?

Virginie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Virginie?

Virginie originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Virginie?

Virginie pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Virginie a common or rare name?

Virginie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.