An offering; or related to a pig or swine
Derived from the Roman family name Porcius, which likely stems from the Latin word 'porcus'. While the literal meaning relates to livestock, the name gained high-society status in the Renaissance due to its association with Shakespearean heroines.
Less common today
Portia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #841 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The wealthy and intelligent heiress of Belmont · The Merchant of Venice
Australian-American actress known for Arrested Development
American actress known for the series Mr. Robot
Former Prime Minister of Jamaica
The wife of Brutus · Julius Caesar
New Zealand rugby union player
