Virginia

Meaning & origin

Virginia is a female name of Latin origin meaning "the Virgin." Traditionally, it is associated with ideals of chastity and moral purity. The name is well known through notable figures such as the writer Virginia Woolf and actresses Virginia Gardner and Virginia Madsen. It also appears in literature and film, for example in the play and movie "Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?"

Famous people with the first name Virginia

• Virginia Woolf Writer
• Virginia Giuffre American-Australian plaintiff in an abuse case
• Virginia Gardner American actress

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