Virgilia is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'virga', which means branch or twig. It was used by ancient Romans to denote a young girl or maiden. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages in Europe and has since been adopted by various cultures around the world. In some languages, it may be spelled differently, such as Vergilia in Italian. Virgilia is not particularly common today, making it a unique choice for those looking for an uncommon yet historic name. It does not have any specific association with any particular nationality or culture apart from its Latin origin.
"The name Virgilia experienced peaks of popularity during the early to mid-20th century, with notable years being 1916 and 1935, each having 7 births. The highest recorded year was 1986 with 12 births."