Find out how popular the first name Eclipsa has been for the last 2 years (from 2021 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Eclipsa by gender

Based on the last 2 years of data, Eclipsa is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Eclipsa.

The history of the first name Eclipsa

The name Eclipsa is derived from the Latin word "eclipsis," which means "eclipse." It is believed to have originated in ancient Rome, where celestial events like eclipses held significant cultural and religious significance.

In ancient Roman mythology, eclipses were often associated with omens or divine interventions. The name Eclipsa may have been given to children born during or shortly after an eclipse, as a way to honor or commemorate the event.

One of the earliest known references to the name Eclipsa can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Livy, who lived from 59 BC to 17 AD. In his work, Livy mentions a woman named Eclipsa who was a priestess during the reign of the emperor Augustus.

Another notable historical figure with the name Eclipsa was Eclipsa of Carthage, a Christian martyr who lived in the 3rd century AD. According to records, she was executed for her faith during the persecution of Christians under the Roman emperor Valerian.

In the medieval period, the name Eclipsa appears to have been used primarily in regions with strong ties to Roman culture and language, such as Italy and parts of the former Roman Empire. For example, there are records of an Eclipsa di Firenze, a noblewoman who lived in Florence, Italy, in the 13th century.

During the Renaissance, the name Eclipsa gained some popularity among humanist scholars and artists who drew inspiration from classical Roman culture and mythology. One such figure was Eclipsa Veronese, an Italian painter born in 1528, who was known for her portraits and religious works.

In the 19th century, the name Eclipsa was occasionally used in literature and poetry, often as a symbolic or allegorical reference to celestial phenomena or mystical themes. One example is the character Eclipsa in the novel "The Marble Faun" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, published in 1860.

While the name Eclipsa has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has been carried by several notable figures across different eras and cultures, reflecting its roots in ancient Roman tradition and celestial symbolism.

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