Green, fresh, or blooming
Derived from the Latin word 'viridis', this name evokes the lushness of nature and the vitality of spring. It was popularized by Saint Viridiana, a 13th-century Italian recluse, and later gained cinematic fame through Luis Buñuel's 1961 film.
About 22 girls were named Viridiana in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
13th-century Italian saint and patron of snakes
A novice nun who is the protagonist of the eponymous film · Viridiana (1961 film)
Mexican film and television actress
The same feel as Viridiana — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
