Aquila

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Aquila

Gender: Masculine
Language: English
Etymology:
Aquila is a Roman name meaning “Eagle.”

History:
Aquila is a Roman name that is also found in the Bible, belonging to the husband of Priscilla (Acts 18-1)

As a Biblical name, Aquila was revived by 17th century English Puritans.

Pronunciation: a-kwil-ah.

Alternates: Aquilas.

Famous Bearers:
Educators, Scholars, and Social Workers:
Aquila Ponticus (2nd century)
He translated the Old Testament from Hebrew into Greek.

Places:
Aquila (the Eagle)
Constellation.

Religious Figures:
Aquila (Biblical)
In the New Testament, the wife of Priscilla.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
les than 0.004 % named Aquila

Popularity of Aquila:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-2000: N/A