Flavia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Flavia originates from the Latin word for 'golden' and was a name used by a prominent Roman family. It has evolved into various forms over time and is associated with elegance and historical significance. The name does not have biblical references but has maintained popularity in various cultures.
The name Flavia is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Flavia has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Flavia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1611th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2199th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3477th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4533rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6304th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8100th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7610th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Flavia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Flavia"
Pronunciation
/ˈfleɪviə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Flavia is derived from the Latin word 'flavus', meaning 'yellow' or 'golden'. It was originally a Roman family name.
Meaning
golden
Language Evolution
Flavius, Flavia
Historical Usage
Flavia was popular in ancient Rome and has been used throughout history, particularly in Italy and among Roman Catholics.
Variants & Derivatives
Flavie, Flaviana, Flave, Fla
Modern Popularity & Image
Flavia is considered a classic name that conveys elegance and a connection to Roman history. It is appreciated for its historical roots and distinctive sound.
Famous People
Flavia Pennetta, Italian former professional tennis player, Flavia de Luce, fictional character in the Flavia de Luce mystery novel series
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Flavia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Flavia"
"Flavia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1611th of 9107 | 444 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2199th of 9204 | 274 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3477th of 12526 | 225 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4533rd of 19264 | 200 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6304th of 27321 | 199 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8100th of 35406 | 216 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7610th of 30306 | 177 |
Regional Popularity of "Flavia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Flavia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
79.55% 1097th/1379 |
61.16% 1447th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
94.15% 1465th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
94.32% 2292nd/2430 |
- |
78.05% 2166th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
- |
69.54% 2812th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
74.56% 4710th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
75.58% 5527th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
57.99% 3956th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Flavia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Flavia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.