What is the origin of the name Florence?

Florence is a name of Latin origin.

How popular is the name Florence?

Florence is currently ranked #435 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Florence?

Florence is pronounced FLOR-əns.

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Florence

FLOR-əns

Popularity

#435

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

339,743

Peak Year

#11,350 in 1918

First Recorded

1880

Style

Vintage, Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Florence is an English name derived from the Roman name Florentius, meaning 'flourishing' or 'prosperous'. It is also associated with the city of Florence, Italy.

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Flo Flora

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Numerology

The Idealist

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Famous Namesakes

Florence Nightingale
Founder of modern nursing.
Florence Pugh
English actress.

Nicknames

Flo Flora

Similar Names

Beatrice Vivian Hazel Eleanor

Personality Traits

artisticgracefulkindsophisticated

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