Portia Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Portia Name at a Glance

Name	Portia
Meaning	'The Tragedy of Julius Caesar' Wife of Brutus. 'The Merchant of Venice' A rich heiress, pursued by Bassanio.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Portia Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Portia means “'The Tragedy of Julius Caesar' Wife of Brutus. 'The Merchant of Venice' A rich heiress, pursued by Bassanio”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Portia Name Origin

Our database records Portia under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Portia a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Portia is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Portia

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