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Violet

VY-uh-let

Popularity

#15

rising

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Latin

Total Births

178,257

Peak Year

#6,977 in 2024

First Recorded

1880

Style

Nature-Inspired, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Derived from the Latin word 'viola,' which refers to the purple flower. It symbolizes modesty and beauty.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Violet Jessop

    Ocean liner stewardess and nurse who survived Titanic sinking.

  • Violet McGraw

    American child actress.

Nicknames

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Personality Traits

GentleCreativeArtisticIntuitive

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