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Drusilla

droo-SIL-uh

Drusilla is a girl’s name of Latin origin, meaning “Feminine form of Drusus, a Roman family name of uncertain Etruscan origin, possibly meaning 'strong' or 'fertile'.”. It currently ranks #12475 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1955.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginLatin

What Drusilla Means

Feminine form of Drusus, a Roman family name of uncertain Etruscan origin, possibly meaning 'strong' or 'fertile'.

The Story of Drusilla

She carried the weight of an empire and the whisper of madness, a name with an electrifying history waiting for your child to redefine it.

Drusilla, a name of Roman origin, is the feminine form of Drusus, a cognomen belonging to a prominent ancient family. Its ultimate Etruscan roots are uncertain, but the name is often associated with meanings of 'strong' or 'fertile,' evoking a sense of robust vitality. The name became known through historical figures, most notably the sister of Emperor Caligula, whose life was as dramatic and volatile as the Roman court itself.

Imagine the thrill of whispering 'Drusilla' for the first time, a name that carries the echo of Roman power and a touch of the enigmatic. When you write it on your baby's birth certificate, it feels like you're inscribing a story of resilience and fierce independence onto her future. This name holds a certain gravity, a compelling mystery that you know your daughter will embody and transform with her own unique spirit.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Drusilla

    Sister of the Roman Emperor Caligula.

  • Drusilla (Buffy the Vampire Slayer)

    A vampire character known for her madness.

Personality Traits

uniquemysteriouscreativesensitive

Peak Year

#88 in 1955

Total Births

2,930

First Recorded

1880

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