Violet
Female name · ↑ Rising
64,160
Total Births
2023
Peak Year
#16
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Violet
Violet is a female name that has been rising in popularity in recent years. It reflects modern naming trends in the United States. The name peaked in the 2020s and continues to gain favor with new parents.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,438 births |
| 1890s | 3,456 births |
| 1900s | 7,790 births |
| 1910s | 11,948 births |
| 1920s | 12,635 births |
| 1930s | 5,923 births |
| 1940s | 2,647 births |
| 1950s | 1,670 births |
| 1960s | 884 births |
| 1970s | 214 births |
| 1980s | 113 births |
| 1990s | 188 births |
| 2000s | 3,238 births |
| 2010s | 6,885 births |
| 2020s | 5,131 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Violet?
Violet has been given to 64,160 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 2023 with 1,732 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #16.
Is Violet a boy or girl name?
Violet is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Violet most popular?
Violet was most popular in 2023, when 1,732 babies were given this name. The name has been gaining popularity recently.
How old is the name Violet?
Violet first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).