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Aquila

AH-kwil-ah

Aquila is a unisex name of Latin origin, meaning “From the Latin word for "eagle," symbolizing strength and keen eyesight. In the Bible, Aquila was a tentmaker and companion of Paul.”. It currently ranks #12246 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1977.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginLatin

What Aquila Means

From the Latin word for "eagle," symbolizing strength and keen eyesight. In the Bible, Aquila was a tentmaker and companion of Paul.

The Story of Aquila

A name that soared through ancient skies, bearing the strength of an eagle and the quiet wisdom of a scholar.

Aquila stems directly from the Latin word for 'eagle,' a powerful symbol in Roman mythology and imperial iconography. Its journey extends into early Christianity, famously belonging to Aquila of Sinope, a Jewish convert and tentmaker, companion to St. Paul in the New Testament. He was also a renowned second-century translator of the Hebrew Bible into Greek. This name therefore bridges classical strength with profound spiritual and scholarly depth, traveling across empires and religious traditions.

When you consider 'Aquila' for your child, you are envisioning a spirit that rises above, keen-eyed and independent. The sound has a grounded elegance, carrying the freedom of open air and the precision of focused vision. This is a name for the child you feel will possess an inner strength to navigate challenges with grace, observing the world with insight and making their own thoughtful path. You will sense a quiet power in them.

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Gender Split

Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Aquila of Sinope

    Translator of the Hebrew Bible into Greek.

Personality Traits

StrongWiseIndependentObservant

Peak Year

#35 in 1977

Total Births

885

First Recorded

1955

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