Lovinia
Feminine name derived from Latin origins, meaning "love" or "beloved".
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Lovinia. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Lovinia today is around 96 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Lovinia births was 1918 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Lovinia. 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 Lovinia is about 96 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Lovinias were born before 1940.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Lovinia. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1918
8 babies that year
Average age
96
years old
1940 SSA rank
#4,145
Tracked since 1897
Popularity
Lovinia: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Lovinia from the 1890s through to the 1940s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1910s, with 19 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1910s peak, Lovinia remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lovinia 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 Lovinia 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 Lovinia
The given name Lovinia has its origins in the Latin language. It is derived from the Latin word "lovis" or "lovia," which means "love" or "beloved." The name's earliest recorded use dates back to ancient Roman times, when it was bestowed upon female children as a symbol of affection and endearment.
In the early centuries of Christianity, the name Lovinia gained popularity among followers of the faith. It was seen as a virtuous and pure name, representing the ideals of love and devotion to God. Some early Christian texts and records mention women named Lovinia, though specific individuals are not widely documented.
One of the earliest known references to the name Lovinia can be found in a medieval manuscript from the 9th century. This document, a collection of poems and writings, includes a poem dedicated to a woman named Lovinia, praising her beauty and grace. Unfortunately, little is known about the actual identity of this Lovinia.
In the 12th century, a noblewoman from Italy named Lovinia di Monferrato lived a life of service and philanthropy. She was renowned for her charitable works and her dedication to helping the poor and less fortunate. Historical accounts depict her as a woman of great compassion and love for her fellow human beings.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian painter named Lovinia Terzio gained recognition for her artistic talents. Born in 1516 in Venice, she was one of the few female artists of her time to achieve significant acclaim. Her works, including religious paintings and portraits, were celebrated for their skill and attention to detail.
In the 18th century, a French writer and philosopher named Lovinia d'Arcy made her mark on the intellectual circles of the Enlightenment era. Born in 1742, she was known for her writings on social and political issues, advocating for women's rights and educational reform. Her works influenced many thinkers of the time and contributed to the advancement of progressive ideas.
While the name Lovinia has fallen out of widespread use in modern times, its rich history and association with love, devotion, and admirable qualities make it a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with depth and character.
People
Lovinia + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Lovinia as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with L
Other first names starting with L with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Lovinia: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Lovinia?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Lovinia 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 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Lovinia a common name?
We classify Lovinia as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 65 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Lovinia most popular?
The single biggest year for Lovinia was 1918, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Lovinia is about 96 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Lovinia in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Lovinia a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Lovinia 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.
Is Lovinia still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Lovinia in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Lovinia can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Lovinia?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.