Violet

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Violet is a nature name derived from the purple flower, symbolizing modesty, faithfulness, and virtue. The name comes from the Latin 'viola' and has been used in English-speaking countries since medieval times.

Current Popularity

#13 for girls

in the United States (2025)

Projected 2026: #13, likely #8 to #18

↗Gaining popularity

Popularity over time

188019502020
Recent years · births per year

Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 7,876. How this is calculated

Yearly values
  • 2011: 2,902
  • 2012: 3,283
  • 2013: 3,935
  • 2014: 4,193
  • 2015: 4,822
  • 2016: 4,882
  • 2017: 4,741
  • 2018: 4,834
  • 2019: 5,418
  • 2020: 5,128
  • 2021: 5,524
  • 2022: 6,477
  • 2023: 6,370
  • 2024: 6,986
  • 2025: 7,546
  • 2026 (projected): 7,876

Good to Know

Common nicknames: Vi, Lettie, Letty, Vivi
  • •Easy to spell and pronounce across many languages
  • •Works well in both formal and casual settings
  • •Strong vintage revival name with literary connections
  • •The flower meaning gives it natural beauty symbolism
  • •Very popular - your child may share this name with classmates

Famous People

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Violet Affleck

Daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner

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Violet Jessop

Maritime stewardess who survived Titanic and Britannic sinkings

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Violet Oakley

American artist and first woman to receive public mural commission

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Violet Bonham Carter

British politician and diarist

Statistics

185,561

Total births since 1880

2025

Peak year

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