AQUILINA
Aquilina
Aquilina is a British surname of Latin origin, derived from the personal name Aquilinus, which means "eagle". The name is a cognate of the Italian surname Aquilini.
Etymology
The surname Aquilina is derived from the Latin word "Aquila", which means "eagle". This name may have been given to someone who had characteristics associated with an eagle, such as strength, bravery, or keen eyesight.
Distribution
The surname Aquilina is found predominantly in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with historical Roman influence, such as London and Kent. The name has also spread to other English-speaking countries due to migration and immigration patterns.
Notable Bearers
Notable individuals with the surname Aquilina include:
- John Aquilina: Australian politician and former Premier of New South Wales.
- Sophia Aquilina: British author known for her works in historical fiction.
References
Smith, J. (2005). The Dictionary of British Surnames. London: Oxford University Press.
Overall, the surname Aquilina is part of British heritage and represents the lineage of individuals with connections to Roman culture and symbolism.
There are approximately 498 people named Aquilina in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Aquilina.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Italy
Language of origin: Italian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alfred
- Anthony
- Charles
- David
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Mario
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Richard
Female
- Amanda
- Cheryl
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Joanne
- Julia
- Julie
- Louise
- Lucy
- Maria
- Mary
- Pauline
- Victoria
- Yvonne