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Girl Name

Violet

"Purple flower, modesty and faithfulness"

Ranked #14088 for girls

About the Name Violet

Meaning

Purple flower, modesty and faithfulness

Origin

Latin

Gender

Girl

First Letter

V

Boy Rank

#14088

Girl Rank

#15

Violet is a girl name of Latin origin. The name means "Purple flower, modesty and faithfulness" and Currently ranked #14088 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with V or explore other Latin names.

Popularity Over Time

#4152
1950
#2256
1960
#1244
1970
#1394
1980
#1699
1990
#9810
2000
#41599
2010
#30472
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Violet

  • VA Violet Affleck
  • VB Violet Baudelaire

Names Similar to Violet

Vivian

Girl

Alive, lively, full of life

Vera

Girl

Faith, truth, true

Valentina

Girl

Strength, health, brave, strong

Victoria

Girl

Victory. Represents triumph, strength, and regal authority.

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Violet: A Name Rooted in Beauty, Loyalty, and Quiet Strength

Discover the meaning, origin, and rise of the baby name Violet. From Latin roots to #15 on the SSA charts — is Violet right for your daughter?

Quick Facts

Syllables
2
Letters
6
Starts with
V
Origin
Latin

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