Venice
Meaning of Venice
Venice (pronounced VEE-nis) is a unisex toponymic name of Latin provenance, deriving from Venetia—the classical appellation for the northeastern Italian region settled by the ancient Veneti—and encapsulating both geographic specificity and the enduring cultural patrimony of its famed eponymous city. Evoking a network of labyrinthine canals, resplendent Gothic palazzi, and the effulgent legacy of the Renaissance, the name supplies a compact vessel of historical and aesthetic resonance. From an onomastic perspective, Venice occupies a modest yet remarkably stable niche within American naming conventions, registering 38 occurrences and a national rank of 912 in 2024, a pattern that underscores its selective but persistent appeal across genders. Its seamless transferability across linguistic borders and its capacity to convey Old World sophistication render it a compelling choice for parents seeking a name that balances classical gravitas with modern unisex versatility.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as VEE-nis (/ˈviːnɪs/)
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Notable People Named Venice
| Venice Elphi - |
