Visitation Day, May 31. Names for girls

Visitation is a name for a girl of Latin origin that means "the one who announces good news" and refers to the biblical episode of the visit of the Virgin Mary to her cousin Saint Elizabeth. Although it is not one of the most frequent names, its use is very familiar and appropriate for any girl, giv

Visitation is a name for a girl of Latin origin that means "the one who announces good news" and refers to the biblical episode of the visit of the Virgin Mary to her cousin Saint Elizabeth.

Although it is not one of the most frequent names, its use is very familiar and appropriate for any girl, given the beauty of its meaning and the musicality of the name itself. He celebrates his name day on May 31, which is the day of the Visitation.

Curiosities about the name Visitation Vis Because of the meaning of its name, Visitation has a vital character and full of optimism. Affable and generous, Visitation always has a smile at the right time, so it is the soul of your group of friends. Her special personality and effort capacity make her perfect to take responsibility for her family and achieve success at work.

The name Visitación is not one of the most frequent and its use is limited mainly to the Hispanic sphere. But both the name and its diminutive Visi, are very appreciated by parents and children given its long tradition and the balance it gives off.

The name comes from the Christian festival of the Visitation where Mary announces to her cousin the good news of her pregnancy. It was the Franciscan order that instituted this celebration for the first time in 1263 and later, Pope Urban VI would give it official status.

We also know several charismatic women who have or have taken the name of your daughter, such as the Honduran writer Visitación Padilla or Visitación Sibila, a fundamental figure of Argentine folklore. In addition, the name Visitation has been immortalized in a masterly way in Greco's painting of the same name.

To know the origin and meaning of other names that celebrate their saint in the month of May, consult our calendar of the names of May Saints. You will find all the curiosities related to the name and date of your name day.

And also, we have the most complete guide of names for babies of boys and girls. Here you will find all the names for babies arranged alphabetically to know their origin and meaning.

Laura Vélez

. Collaborator of Guiainfantil.com