Refugia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Refugia originates from the Latin word 'refugium', meaning shelter or refuge. The name reflects a historical journey through Latin into modern usage, symbolizing safety. It does not have biblical relevance and is used in contemporary discussions about conservation.
The name Refugia is most popular in Texas, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Refugia has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Refugia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1370th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1681st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3568th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11493rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Refugia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Refugia"
Pronunciation
/rɪˈfjuːdʒiə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Refugia is derived from the Latin word 'refugium', which means 'refuge' or 'shelter'. It conveys a sense of safety and protection.
Meaning
shelter, refuge
Language Evolution
Refugium (Latin), Refugia (Late Latin), Refugia (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
Refugia has been used in various contexts to symbolize safety and protection, particularly in ecological and environmental discussions. Its popularity has grown in modern times as discussions about conservation and safe havens have increased.
Variants & Derivatives
Refugio, Refuge
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Refugia is perceived positively, often associated with concepts of safety, environmental conservation, and refuge. It is used in academic and ecological contexts.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Refugia"
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 "Refugia"
"Refugia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1370th of 9107 | 574 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1681st of 9204 | 421 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3568th of 12526 | 216 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11493rd of 19264 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Refugia" 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 "Refugia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
30.30% 717th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
34.13% 803rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
46.44% 1325th/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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Refugia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Refugia" 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.