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Virgie

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Pronounced VUR-jee /ˈvɜːr.dʒi/High

Meaning: A pet form of Virginia, from the Roman family name Verginius, associated with Latin virgo, 'maiden.' It was used as a standalone name around the turn of the twentieth century.Medium

In 30 seconds: Virgie is a pet form of Virginia, tied to Latin virgo, 'maiden' (said 'VUR-jee').
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Origin MediumLatin, English
MeaningA pet form of Virginia, from the Roman family name Verginius, associated with Latin virgo, 'maiden.' It was used as a standalone name around the turn of the twentieth century.
U.S. rank (2024)#17478 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1918
Total births (all-time)≈ 21,800

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 191818802024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Virgie is an affectionate form of Virginia, from the Roman gens name Verginius, linked to Latin virgo, 'maiden.' Popular as a standalone name in the early twentieth century, it crested around 1918 and then faded steeply, now a quaint period diminutive.

Given to several hundred girls a year at its height, Virgie is now vintage, an Edwardian short form.

Did you know? Virgie peaked around 1918 and had all but vanished by mid-century — an Edwardian-era short form of Virginia.
Overall data confidence 76%
References — Virgie — Pet form of Virginia; Latin virgo

Variations

VergieVirgiaVirginia

Nicknames

GinnyGigi

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Virgie mean?

Virgie is a pet form of Virginia, tied to the Latin virgo, meaning 'maiden.'

How do you pronounce Virgie?

It's said VUR-jee /ˈvɜːr.dʒi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Virgie a boy or girl name?

Virgie is used as a girl's name.

Is Virgie making a comeback?

Not notably — it's an Edwardian-era favorite that has been rare for generations, a vintage short form of Virginia.

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