Virgene
A feminine name derived from the name Virgin; pure, chaste maiden.
Name Census estimates that about 93 living Americans carry the first name Virgene. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Virgene today is around 82 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Virgene births was 1927 (26 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Virgene. 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 Virgene is about 82 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Virgenes were born before 1954.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Virgene. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
93
~ 1 in 3,685,531 Americans
Peak year
1927
26 babies that year
Average age
82
years old
1960 SSA rank
#7,291
Tracked since 1912
Popularity
Virgene: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Virgene from the 1910s through to the 1960s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 171 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Virgene 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 Virgene during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Virgenes live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. Iowa, Illinois, Indiana recorded the most babies named Virgene, while Indiana, Illinois, Iowa recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 8 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Virgene
The name Virgene has its roots in the Latin language and is believed to have originated during the medieval period. It is derived from the Latin word "virgo," which means "virgin" or "maiden." The name is closely associated with the Virgin Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ in Christian tradition.
In ancient Roman culture, the term "virgo" was used to refer to young unmarried women, and it carried connotations of purity and chastity. As Christianity spread across Europe, the name Virgene gained popularity among devout followers who wished to honor the Virgin Mary and her virtues.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Virgene can be found in the 12th century, when it was mentioned in various religious texts and chronicles. During this time, the name was primarily used by families of noble or aristocratic backgrounds who sought to express their devotion to the Virgin Mary.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Virgene. One such person was Virgene de Saint-Avit (1215-1278), a French noblewoman and abbess of the Cistercian order. She was known for her piety and her efforts to reform monastic life in the region.
Another prominent figure was Virgene de Aragon (1384-1449), a Spanish princess and the daughter of King John I of Aragon. She was recognized for her patronage of the arts and her support for the construction of several churches and monasteries.
In the 16th century, Virgene de Bourbon (1532-1592) was a French noblewoman and the abbess of the Benedictine convent in Soissons. She played a significant role in the religious and cultural life of the region during her tenure.
The name Virgene also appeared in religious literature and plays during the medieval and Renaissance periods. One notable example is the character of Virgene in the 15th-century morality play "The Castle of Perseverance," where she symbolized purity and virtue.
In the 18th century, Virgene de Boulogne (1722-1798) was a French nun and educator who founded several schools for girls in Paris. Her efforts contributed to the advancement of education for women during a time when such opportunities were limited.
While the name Virgene has its roots in Latin and Christian tradition, it has undergone various spelling variations over the centuries, including Virgine, Virgina, and Virginie. Despite its historical significance, the name has become less common in modern times, although it continues to be used in some regions, particularly in parts of Europe and Latin America.
People
Virgene + last name combinations
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Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Virgene: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Virgene?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 93 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Virgene 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 3,685,531 US residents.
Is Virgene a common name?
We classify Virgene as "Very Rare". It ranks above 63.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 496 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Virgene most popular?
The single biggest year for Virgene was 1927, when 26 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Virgene is about 82 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Virgene a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Virgene 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.