Originating from Latin roots, Aquilla is an uncommon yet distinctive given name that translates to 'eagle'. It's derived from the Roman gens Aemilia, one of Rome's most influential families in history. This name carries a strong and majestic tone, often associated with freedom, power, and keen vision.
The name Aquilla seems to have had periods of popularity followed by declines over the years from 1889 to 2018. Its peak was reached in 1979 with 21 births, while it has been given less than 5 times a year since 2005. Overall, Aquilla has been a relatively uncommon name throughout history, with only 986 total births recorded over this period.