Find out how popular the first name Ignacia has been for the last 49 years (from 1975 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Ignacia by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Ignacia is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Ignacia.

The history of the first name Ignacia

The name Ignacia is derived from the Latin name Ignatius, which in turn comes from the Roman family name Egnatius. Ignatius was a popular name among early Christians, as it was borne by one of the most celebrated martyrs of the ancient church, St. Ignatius of Antioch (c.35-107 AD). The name Ignatius means "ardent" or "fiery" in Latin.

The feminine form Ignacia emerged in the Middle Ages, particularly in Spain and Portugal, where it was influenced by the veneration of St. Ignatius of Loyola (1491-1556), the founder of the Jesuit order. The name Ignacia became associated with spiritual fervor and religious devotion.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Ignacia is found in the 13th-century Spanish epic poem, El Cantar de Mio Cid, where it is mentioned as the name of a woman from Valencia. In the 16th century, Ignacia del Espíritu Santo (1554-1624) was a Spanish nun and mystic who founded the Conceptionist order in Toledo.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Ignacia. Ignacia Agustina Gallegos (1835-1901) was a Mexican nun and the founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Most Holy Mother of the Light. Ignacia Arnaldia Barrera (1872-1931) was a Venezuelan educator and women's rights activist who fought for educational reforms and social justice.

Ignacia Jassa (1892-1966) was a Native American potter and artist from the Santa Clara Pueblo in New Mexico, renowned for her intricate and detailed pottery designs. Ignacia Sánchez Guiu (1910-1985) was a Spanish composer and pianist who made significant contributions to the development of contemporary Spanish music.

Ignacia de las Garzas (1927-2017) was a Mexican artist and sculptor, known for her large-scale public artworks and her use of traditional materials and techniques. She was recognized with numerous awards for her contributions to Mexican art and culture.

Data source

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