Aquila

Origin

Latin origin, derived from the Latin word 'Aquila' meaning 'eagle'. In Roman mythology, Aquila was the eagle standard of the Roman legions, symbolising strength and sovereignty.

Meaning

Literal translation is 'eagle'. In Australian English contexts, the name connotes qualities associated with eagles such as courage, vision, and nobility.

Pronunciation

/ˈakwɪlə/ (Australian English pronunciation with emphasis on the first syllable) , 'AH-kwil-lah' in anglicised spelling guides, with the 'a' as in 'father'.

Variants & Nicknames

Name Days

• 16 July (Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, occasionally associated with eagle symbolism in religious art)
• 20 November (Feast of Christ the King, symbolising sovereignty, akin to the eagle in heraldry)
• Māori: Rā Whānau - Representation of eagle-like qualities in Māori tradition, though not an official name day

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with aquila:

• Eagle and Falcon
• Aquila and Orion
• Aquila and Leo (astrological pairings)

Fun Facts

• The name Aquila features in star charts as the Latin name for the constellation eagle, located near the Aquila star system.
• Australian eagle species such as the Wedge-tailed Eagle influence symbolic uses of the name in indigenous stories and Australian wildlife symbolism.
• Famous Australian author Patrick White used eagle imagery in his literature, symbolising insight and spiritual elevation.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name aquila:

• Strength
• Visionary
• Noble
• Courageous

Aesthetic Qualities

The name has a strong, regal look and sound, with a balance of sharp consonants and a flowing vowel sound, appealing in Australian typographic design.

Geographical Distribution

Less common in regional Australia but occasionally found in urban settings, especially among families with interests in astronomy, mythology, or classical heritage.

Numerological Significance

Name number 1 (based on Pythagorean numerology), associated with leadership and independence in Australian numerological interpretations, aligning with the eagle symbolism.

Astrological Connections

Strong connections with the zodiac sign Scorpio and Sagittarius, which are associated with vision, determination, and high flying ideals, fitting for those born under these signs in Australia.

Historical Context

The name Aquila is associated with Roman military standards and has been adopted occasionally by Australian families influenced by classical education or heritage. In literature, the eagle symbolises vision, leadership, and authority.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name adapts well into various Romance languages with spelling variants; in English, it retains classical form. It is easily translatable into scripts of non-Latin origin with phonetic approximations.

Famous People Named aquila

• Patrick White (Author)
• Whoopi Goldberg (Actress, with mythological references)
• Australian eagle conservation programs often symbolically use the name Aquila to promote wildlife conservation.

Popularity in Australia