Girl · 15th of 9,107
Florence
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
339,743
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1918
Peak Popularity Year
11,350
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Florence stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Florence has its roots in Latin, meaning prosperous or flourishing. It evolved from 'Florentia' in ancient Rome to its modern English form. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical significance. It gained popularity in the 19th century, inspired by the cultural richness of the Italian city. Today, it is perceived as a classic name with a graceful image.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈflɔːrəns/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Florence is derived from the Latin name 'Florentia', which means 'prosperous' or 'flourishing'. It originally referred to a Roman city founded in 80 BC.
Meaning
prosperous, flourishing
Language Evolution
Florentia (Latin), Florence (English)
Historical Usage
Florence became popular as a given name in the 19th century, reflecting the influence of the Italian city known for its art and culture during the Renaissance.
Variants & Derivatives
Flora, Florentina, Flory
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Florence is viewed as a classic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and sophistication.
Famous People
Florence Nightingale - founder of modern nursing, Florence Welch - lead singer of the band Florence + the Machine, Florence Griffith-Joyner - Olympic track and field athlete
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 11,350 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in North Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1039th of 7545 | 706 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1560th of 6773 | 368 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4339th of 7552 | 55 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18598th of 23106 | 13 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 15th of 9107 | 188,849 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 67th of 9204 | 64,496 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 259th of 12526 | 20,705 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 618th of 19264 | 4,373 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1389th of 27321 | 1,735 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2552nd of 35406 | 1,058 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 803rd of 30306 | 4,109 |