Minerva

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Meaning
Minerva is derived from the Latin name 'Minervus', which means 'intelligence' or 'wisdom'. In Roman mythology, Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts.
Pronunciation
Min-ur-vah or Min-er-vah.
mee-NEHR-ba(Spanish)
mee-NEHR-wa(Latin)
mi-NUR-və(English)
Popularity
Minerva is not a widely popular name, but it has been gaining popularity in recent years. It currently ranks #2,546 in the United States according to the Social Security Administration.

cartoon of the name Minerva
Cartoon of Minerva

Minerva Name meanings & History

Minerva is derived from the Latin name 'Minervus', which means 'intelligence' or 'wisdom'. In Roman mythology, Minerva was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts. Possibly derived from Latin mens meaning "intellect", but more likely of Etruscan origin. Minerva was the Roman goddess of wisdom and war, approximately equivalent to the Greek goddess Athena. It has been used as a given name in the English-speaking world since after the Renaissance. Minerva is an excellent choice for parents looking for a unique name with a strong meaning behind it. It is a versatile name that can work well for a girl of any age, and it has a classic feel that will stand the test of time.

Zodiac Sign of Minerva: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Minerva:

M: Mother,Memorabilia,Mommy,Memory,Maternal,Mushy,Manipulative

I: Indulgence,Involved,Intimate

N: Nitpicking,Nutrition,Neurosis,Nice,Nervous,Nagging,Neat

E: Environment,Enliven,Exaggerate,Enlighten,Expressive,Entertain

R: Restless,Resourceful,Reason,Rational

V: Vexing,Variety,Vivacious,Versatility

A: Aggressive,Angry,Argumentative,Action,Assertive,Ambitious

Minerva is:

  • a Class name
  • a Classic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Formal name
  • a Mature name
  • a Refined name
  • a Serious name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Upper name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Famous people with the name Minerva include Minerva Teichert (an artist), Minerva McGonagall (a character in the Harry Potter series), and Minerva Canto (a Mexican actress).

2.) Minerva (Female)

Usage: Latin

Meanings: (Latin) wise. Mythology: the goddess of wisdom.

Other Forms: Merva, Minervah, Minivera, Mynerva, Mynervah


3.) Minerva (Female)

Usage: Latin

Meanings: Intellect


4.) Minerva (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: (Latin, Greek) bright; strong

Other Forms: Menerva, Min, Minnie, Myn


5.) MINERVA (Female)

Usage:

Meanings: Believed to be derived from the Latin root mens (the mind, thought, intellect). Minerva is the name borne in Roman mythology by the goddess of wisdom, sense and reflection, the arts and sciences, technical skill and invention. She is equated with the Greek goddess Pallas Athene. (MIH-NER-VAH)


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