From Venice
A place-name derived from the city of Venice, Italy, which itself comes from the Veneti people of ancient times. It gained popularity in the 17th century as a romantic, literary choice in England and is often associated with the Venetian Republic's elegance and history.
Less common today
Venetia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,567 in 1992.
British aristocrat and socialite known for her beauty and intellect
The girl who, at age 11, suggested the name for the planet Pluto
Married name of Venetia Burney, celebrated for naming Pluto
The eponymous heroine of Georgette Heyer's Regency romance novel · Venetia
English-American film and television actress
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
