Violet: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: v-ee-ohl-eht
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: Purple, flower

The name Violet comes from the Latin word viola, meaning "violet flower", a small purple flower known for its delicate beauty and sweet fragrance. The name carries symbolism related to modesty, faithfulness, and humility—qualities often associated with the flower itself. Violet became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries during the Victorian era, a time when flower names were widely favored for girls. Its soft, elegant sound and natural imagery have kept it a beloved choice for generations.

Violet Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Violet is currently #527 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Violet is currently #261 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Violet is currently #256 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Violet is currently #133 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Violet is currently #301 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Violet is currently #152 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Violet is currently #293 on Kiindred Australian Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

Famous People Named Violet

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Violet, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Violet Chachki: Violet Chachki is an American drag queen, burlesque dancer, model, and singer known for winning the seventh season of "RuPaul's Drag Race."
  • Violet Jessop: Violet Jessop was an Argentine ocean liner stewardess and nurse who survived the sinkings of the RMS Titanic, HMHS Britannic, and an accident on the RMS Olympic. She passed away in 1971.
  • Violet Carson: Violet Carson was an English actress and singer known for her role as Ena Sharples on the television soap opera "Coronation Street." She passed away in 1983.
  • Violet Manners: Violet Manners, Duchess of Rutland, was a British artist and noblewoman known for her paintings and sculptures. She passed away in 1937.
  • Violet Brown: Violet Brown was a Jamaican supercentenarian who was the world's oldest verified living person for five months before her death in 2017 at the age of 117.
  • Violet Haney: Violet Haney is the daughter of Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness.

 

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