Find out how popular the first name Salvatrice has been for the last 3 years (from 1974 to 1976) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Salvatrice by gender

Based on the last 3 years of data, Salvatrice is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1976, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Salvatrice.

The history of the first name Salvatrice

Salvatrice is a feminine given name of Italian origin, derived from the Latin word "salvator," meaning "savior" or "redeemer." The name is closely associated with the concept of salvation and deliverance.

The roots of the name can be traced back to ancient Roman times when the term "salvator" was used to refer to various deities associated with protection and deliverance, such as Jupiter Salutaris and Apollo Salutaris. The name gained particular significance within the Christian tradition, where it was associated with Jesus Christ as the Savior of humanity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Salvatrice can be found in the 9th century, when it was borne by Salvatrice of Calvi, a Corsican nun who lived from around 795 to 875 AD. She is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church for her pious life and devotion to charitable works.

Throughout the Middle Ages and Renaissance period, the name Salvatrice was relatively uncommon but held a special significance within religious circles. It was often bestowed upon nuns and women dedicated to a life of spiritual devotion and service.

Several notable historical figures have borne the name Salvatrice, including:

1. Salvatrice Petit (1619-1668), a French mystic and founder of the Sisters of the Visitation of Holy Mary.
2. Salvatrice Maria Leuzzi (1742-1779), an Italian nun who was beatified by the Catholic Church in 1995.
3. Salvatrice Parodi (1844-1924), an Italian religious sister and founder of the Suore Minime dell'Addolorata.
4. Salvatrice Dolce (1905-1983), an Italian Roman Catholic nun and mystic who was declared Venerable by Pope John Paul II in 1998.
5. Salvatrice Moltisanti (born 1971), a fictional character from the HBO television series "The Sopranos," portrayed by actress Kathrine Narducci.

While the name Salvatrice has maintained a modest presence throughout history, it continues to hold spiritual and symbolic significance, particularly within the Catholic tradition, as a representation of the concept of salvation and deliverance.

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