Virginia Goolsby

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Virginia Goolsby — pure, maiden
667K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Virginia Goolsby is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Virginia is a feminine given name of Latin origin. From the Latin Virginius, a Roman family name, or from virgo (virgin). Also the name of the first English colony in America. The surname Goolsby: Mike Goolsby (born 1982), American football player Ray Goolsby (1919–1999), baseball player Tony Goolsby (born 1933), a businessman and former member of the Texas House of Representatives Katherine Goolsby (born 1981), American speech-language pathologist and expert on beagles. Denzel Goolsby (born 1997), a former D1 defensive back for the Kansas State wildcats. Dustin Goolsby, a character on the American television program Glee Virginia is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 667K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Virginia reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Virginia

Meaning: pure, maiden

Latin

From the Latin Virginius, a Roman family name, or from virgo (virgin). Also the name of the first English colony in America.

Surname: Goolsby

English

Mike Goolsby (born 1982), American football player Ray Goolsby (1919–1999), baseball player Tony Goolsby (born 1933), a businessman and former member of the Texas House of Representatives Katherine Goolsby (born 1981), American speech-language pathologist and expert on beagles. Denzel Goolsby (born 1997), a former D1 defensive back for the Kansas State wildcats. Dustin Goolsby, a character on the American television program Glee

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Virginia is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Virginia by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Virginia Goolsby

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Virginia Goolsby:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Virginia?
The first name Virginia originates from Latin. From the Latin Virginius, a Roman family name, or from virgo (virgin). Also the name of the first English colony in America.
When was Virginia most popular?
The name Virginia reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Goolsby?
The surname Goolsby originates from English. Mike Goolsby (born 1982), American football player Ray Goolsby (1919–1999), baseball player Tony Goolsby (born 1933), a businessman and former member of the Texas House of Representatives Katherine Goolsby (born 1981), American speech-language pathologist and expert on beagles. Denzel Goolsby (born 1997), a former D1 defensive back for the Kansas State wildcats. Dustin Goolsby, a character on the American television program Glee
What are the origins of the name Virginia Goolsby?
The name Virginia Goolsby combines two different traditions: the first name Virginia has Latin roots, while the surname Goolsby originates from English.
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