Parthenia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Parthenia is a name of Greek origin that means 'virgin' or 'maiden'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek word 'parthenos' and has seen historical usage particularly during the Renaissance. The name is associated with traits of purity and innocence. It has no direct biblical relevance. Today, it is viewed as an elegant name, though somewhat rare.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Parthenia"
Pronunciation
/pɑːrˈθiːniə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Parthenia is derived from the Greek word 'parthenos', meaning 'virgin' or 'maiden'. It is often associated with purity and innocence.
Meaning
virgin, maiden
Language Evolution
Parthenia (Modern English), Parthenos (Ancient Greek), Parthenia (Latin)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the Renaissance period, particularly among those who admired classical Greek culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Parthena, Patricia, Tina
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Parthenia is considered an unusual and somewhat archaic name, often evoking a sense of classical elegance and femininity.
Famous People
Parthenia Parker (a fictional character in literature)
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 28 peak births in 1923
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Parthenia"
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 "Parthenia"
"Parthenia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1658th of 9107 | 426 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2048th of 9204 | 310 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2768th of 12526 | 326 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6587th of 19264 | 109 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20558th of 27321 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11914th of 30306 | 88 |
Regional Popularity of "Parthenia" 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 "Parthenia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
64.84% 1534th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
70.42% 1657th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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81.53% 2326th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Parthenia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Parthenia" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Parthenia" in the United States
The name Parthenia is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Parthenia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Parthenia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1658th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2048th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2768th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6587th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20558th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 29526th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11914th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Parthenia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.