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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Flower; from Latin flos/floris, and the name of the Roman goddess of flowers, blooming, and springtime.
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- FLOR-ah
Flora comes from Latin flos, or floris, and was the name of the Roman goddess of flowers, blooming, and springtime — so it carries a straightforward meaning: flower. It's pronounced FLOR-ah, and its roots trace directly to Latin rather than any invented modern spin. For parents who want a name with a clear, literal meaning tied to nature, Flora fits that brief exactly.
Meaning & Origin of Flora
Meaning: Flower; from Latin flos/floris, and the name of the Roman goddess of flowers, blooming, and springtime..
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Flora
FLOR-ahIPA /ˈflɔːrə/
Popularity of Flora
Flora peaked at #68 back in 1880, when 365 babies were given the name, and by 2024 it had settled to #648 — even though 452 babies received it that year, more than in its 1880 peak year.
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FAQ
What does the name Flora mean?
Flower; from Latin flos/floris, and the name of the Roman goddess of flowers, blooming, and springtime.. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Flora?
Flora is pronounced FLOR-ah (IPA: /ˈflɔːrə/).
Is Flora a popular name right now?
Flora peaked at #68 in 1880 and is ranked #648 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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