Floria Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Floria is a name of Latin origin meaning 'flower', symbolizing beauty and blooming. Its historical path includes evolution from Latin to modern English through various forms. The name is associated with delicacy and femininity, lacking biblical relevance, and has gained popularity since the 19th century.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Floria"
Pronunciation
/ˈflɔːriə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Floria is derived from the Latin word 'flor', meaning 'flower'. It is often associated with blooming and beauty.
Meaning
flower, blooming
Language Evolution
Floralis (Latin), Floria (Old French), Floria (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Floria gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in literature and among floral enthusiasts.
Variants & Derivatives
Flora, Florine, Floriana
Modern Popularity & Image
Floria is perceived as a delicate and feminine name, often associated with nature and beauty.
Famous People
Floria Sigismondi - a Canadian director and photographer, Floria R. - a noted botanist
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 38 peak births in 1939
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Floria"
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 "Floria"
"Floria" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1531st of 9107 | 484 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1522nd of 9204 | 486 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2174th of 12526 | 494 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7887th of 19264 | 78 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Floria" 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 "Floria" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
59.13% 1399th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
55.21% 1299th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
53.52% 1527th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Floria"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Floria" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Floria" in the United States
The name Floria is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation 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, Floria has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Floria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1531st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1522nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2174th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7887th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Floria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.