Erminia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Erminia has Italian origins and is derived from the Germanic name Hermenegild. It means whole, universal, or complete. The name has evolved through various forms over time and gained popularity during the Renaissance, especially in literary contexts. It has no biblical relevance but is associated with elegance and cultural depth in modern times.
The name Erminia is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Erminia has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Erminia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1485th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1573rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3160th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6104th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9126th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28012th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Erminia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Erminia"
Pronunciation
/ərˈmɪniə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Erminia is derived from the Germanic name 'Hermenegild', which means 'the entire sacrifice' or 'the one who is wholly devoted'. It has undergone various adaptations in different cultures.
Meaning
whole, universal, complete
Language Evolution
Hermenegild, Ermengild, Erminia
Historical Usage
Erminia gained popularity during the Renaissance period, particularly in Italy, and was popularized in literature and opera, notably in the works of composers such as Handel.
Variants & Derivatives
Ermengarde, Erma, Minna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Erminia is seen as a vintage and elegant name, often associated with artistic and cultured personas.
Famous People
Erminia C. G. G. D. de la Vega, a prominent Italian poet, Erminia de Rinaldo, a character in classical literature
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Erminia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Erminia"
"Erminia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1485th of 9107 | 509 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1573rd of 9204 | 461 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3160th of 12526 | 264 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6104th of 19264 | 125 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9126th of 27321 | 112 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28012th of 35406 | 14 |
Regional Popularity of "Erminia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Erminia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
58.59% 808th/1379 |
48.61% 1150th/2366 |
62.61% 715th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
83.35% 1297th/1556 |
41.22% 970th/2353 |
60.83% 941st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
51.14% 1459th/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Erminia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Erminia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.