Violet
Violet is a girl name that ranked #15 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1880. Its best recorded rank was #15 in 2024.
Latest rank
#15
Peak rank
#15
Reached in 2024
Total recorded usage
152,780
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1880
What To Know About Violet
Violet gives parents a floral name that feels more tailored and less airy than some other nature choices. It has both color imagery and a long enough history to feel grounded.
Violet sits inside the US top 100 in 2024, so it is widely familiar without being as saturated as the very top handful of names.
SSA data shows Violet appearing in official records as far back as 1880, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Violet is currently at its best recorded US rank, which suggests it is at or near peak visibility right now.
Popularity Trend
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Editorial Extras
Common nicknames: Vi, Letty
Sibling style ideas: Hazel, Luna, Oliver, Henry
Well-known namesakes: Violet Crawley, fictional character; Violet Jessop, ocean liner stewardess
Page Notes
Pronunciation: VYE-uh-lit
Origin: Latin
Editorial status: published
Confidence: high
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/name/violetUsed to review origin and pronunciation guidance.