Aurilla
A feminine name of Latin origin meaning "golden" or "little golden one".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Aurilla. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Aurilla today is around 88 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aurilla births was 1917 (15 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aurilla. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Aurilla is about 88 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Aurillas were born before 1948.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Aurilla. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1917
15 babies that year
Average age
88
years old
1956 SSA rank
#6,009
Tracked since 1885
Popularity
Aurilla: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Aurilla from the 1880s through to the 1950s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1910s, with 49 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1910s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aurilla by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aurilla during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Aurilla
The name Aurilla is a feminine given name with origins traced back to Latin. It is derived from the Latin word "aura," which means "a breath of air" or "a gentle breeze." The name's etymology suggests a connection to nature and a sense of lightness or gentleness.
During the Roman era, the name Aurilla was used, though not widely popular. It appears in a few ancient Roman inscriptions and records, indicating its occasional usage among the Roman populace. However, it did not gain significant prominence until later centuries.
In the Middle Ages, the name Aurilla experienced a modest resurgence, particularly in certain regions of Europe. It was sometimes used as a variant or diminutive form of the more common names Aurora or Aurélie, which share the same Latin root.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Aurilla can be found in the historical records of the Venetian Republic during the 13th century. Aurilla Contarini (c. 1230-1292) was a noblewoman from the prominent Contarini family, known for her patronage of the arts and her involvement in charitable endeavors.
Another notable figure was Aurilla de Castelbianco (c. 1375-1435), a Italian artist and illuminator of manuscripts during the Renaissance period. Her exquisite illuminations adorned various religious texts and literary works, showcasing her artistic talents.
In the 16th century, Aurilla von Pfinzing (1510-1572) was a German noblewoman and landowner, known for her efforts in promoting education and supporting the Reformation movement in her region.
During the 17th century, Aurilla Swinton (1632-1708) was an English writer and poet whose works focused on religious themes and moral instruction. Her collection of poems, "The Divine Meditations," gained modest recognition during her lifetime.
In the late 18th century, Aurilla Chevallier (1778-1856) was a French educator and pioneer in the field of early childhood education. She founded several schools and advocated for innovative teaching methods, leaving a lasting impact on educational practices in France.
While the name Aurilla has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has been carried by various individuals across different eras and regions, each contributing their unique stories and legacies to the name's rich tapestry.
People
Aurilla + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aurilla as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Aurilla: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aurilla?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aurilla going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Aurilla a common name?
We classify Aurilla as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 153 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aurilla most popular?
The single biggest year for Aurilla was 1917, when 15 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aurilla is about 88 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Aurilla a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aurilla in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.