Girl name · Latin

Violet

“Purple flower”

Meaning
Purple flower
Origin
Latin
Gender
Girl
Syllables
3
Popularity
US top 100
Style
Trendy, Sophisticated
Used in
English-speaking countries

Nicknames for Violet

What friends, grandparents and the playground will call them, depending on where they grow up.

English
Vi, Lettie

What people expect from a Violet

Violet mixes soft and sharp sounds, so people tend to read it as steady and balanced.

The meaning is about nature. A name can't give a child nature, but it's a nice thing to explain to them one day.

A good fit if you hope for: a creative soul, an adventurer.

Names set expectations, not personalities. What the research says.

Violet: name scorecard

Save your future kid some trouble: give them a name they can live and grow with.

96/100

Great choice

Violet · nickname: Viol

  • International readabilitySimple letters that read the same almost everywhere.
  • Easy to say and spellSays itself: 3 syllables, spelt how it sounds.
  • Not too common, not too strangePopular. Familiar and safe, a bit less personal.
  • Playground-proofNo obvious rude words or rhymes. Kids are creative, though.
  • Won't get you sued (or refused)Nothing a registrar would object to in most countries.
  • A meaning to be proud ofMeans "Purple flower".
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Questions about Violet

What does the name Violet mean?

Violet is a girl's name of Latin origin meaning "Purple flower".

Is Violet a boy or girl name?

Violet is usually a girl's name.

How popular is the name Violet?

Violet is in the US top 100. It is used in English-speaking countries.

What are nicknames for Violet?

Common nicknames for Violet are Vi and Lettie.

Fun, but true. Name meanings come from common etymologies, which sometimes disagree. Height and weight paths are estimates from population growth data and published studies, not a medical assessment. If you're worried about your child's growth, talk to your paediatrician. Full disclaimer