What Does the Name Portia Mean
The name Portia comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Portia below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Portia Name Meaning
EnglishVariant of Porcia, the feminine form of the Roman family name PORCIUS, used by William Shakespeare for the heroine of his play 'The Merchant of Venice' (1596). In the play Portia is a woman who disguises...
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