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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Pet form of Virginia (from Latin virgo, 'maiden')
- Origin
- English (pet form of Virginia, or other names)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- JIN-ee
Ginny started out as a pet form of Virginia, an English name that traces back to the Latin word virgo, meaning "maiden." It's a short, familiar nickname-turned-name with a long history in the U.S. records, going back to 1918. If you're drawn to Virginia but want something breezier day-to-day, Ginny is the shorter route to the same name.
Meaning & Origin of Ginny
Meaning: Pet form of Virginia (from Latin virgo, 'maiden').
Origin: English (pet form of Virginia, or other names).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ginny
JIN-eeIPA /ˈdʒɪni/
Popularity of Ginny
Ginny hit its high point in 1958, ranking #631 with 242 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen to #3021 with just 54 babies, making it a rare choice today compared to its late-1950s peak.
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FAQ
What does the name Ginny mean?
Pet form of Virginia (from Latin virgo, ‘maiden’). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ginny?
Ginny is pronounced JIN-ee (IPA: /ˈdʒɪni/).
Is Ginny a popular name right now?
Ginny peaked at #631 in 1958 and is ranked #3021 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1918–2024.)
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