Originating from Latin roots, the name Ignacia is a feminine form of the masculine Ignatius, which means 'from the town of Egnathe'. It was popularized through Saint Ignatius of Loyola, a Spanish priest and founder of the Jesuit order in the 16th century. The name Ignacia has been widely used across Spain and Latin America, contributing to its cultural richness and historical significance.
The name Ignacia experienced its peak popularity between the years 1916 to 1926, with a significant number of births recorded each year during this period. The highest number of births recorded was 37 in 1926. However, starting from the mid-1940s, there has been a steady decline in the popularity of the name Ignacia, with fewer than 10 births recorded per year since 1950. The total number of births with the name Ignacia over this entire period is 1062.