Ventura is of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word 'ventus', meaning wind. It gained prominence during medieval times as a place name and surname throughout Spain and its territories. The name Ventura was traditionally given to children born after a period of hardship or difficulty, symbolizing hope for better days ahead. Today, Ventura is often used as a given name, particularly in Hispanic communities, but it can also be found among other cultures who appreciate its strong, wind-like connotations.
The name Ventura has seen varying popularity over the years, with some peaks and valleys. The highest number of births recorded in a single year was 12, which occurred in 1934. There were also several periods where the name saw consistent popularity, such as from 1973 to 1986, during which there were at least five births every year. However, since the late 1990s, the name's popularity has steadily declined, with only six births recorded in each of the years 1995 and 1996. Overall, a total of 221 babies were named Ventura over this span.