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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Blooming or flourishing; from the Latin name Florianus, related to florere "to bloom."
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- FLOR-ee-an
Florian is a boy's name with Latin origins, pronounced FLOR-ee-an. It comes from Florianus, tied to the word florere, meaning "to bloom" — so the name itself carries a sense of blooming or flourishing. It's been part of U.S. naming records since 1886, giving it a long history even though it's rarely heard today.
Meaning & Origin of Florian
Meaning: Blooming or flourishing; from the Latin name Florianus, related to florere "to bloom.".
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Florian
FLOR-ee-anIPA /ˈflɔːriən/
Popularity of Florian
Florian saw its widest use back in 1917, when 121 boys were given the name and it ranked #525 nationally. By 2024 it had dropped to #3230, with just 37 boys named Florian that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Florian mean?
Blooming or flourishing; from the Latin name Florianus, related to florere “to bloom.”. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Florian?
Florian is pronounced FLOR-ee-an (IPA: /ˈflɔːriən/).
Is Florian a popular name right now?
Florian peaked at #525 in 1917 and is ranked #3230 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1886–2024.)
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