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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The lavender plant
- Origin
- Old French / Latin
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- LAV-en-der
Lavender takes its name straight from the plant, tracing back through Old French and Latin. It's pronounced LAV-en-der, and if you've ever smelled the flower, you already know how it sounds and reads on paper. It's a name for parents who want something plant-based but still easy to say.
Meaning & Origin of Lavender
Meaning: The lavender plant.
Origin: Old French / Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Lavender
LAV-en-derIPA /ˈlævəndər/
Popularity of Lavender
In 2024, 258 baby girls were named Lavender, putting it at #998 — its highest rank on record in Social Security data going back to 1962.
Names Like Lavender
These names share Lavender’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Lavender mean?
The lavender plant. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lavender?
Lavender is pronounced LAV-en-der (IPA: /ˈlævəndər/).
Is Lavender a popular name right now?
Lavender is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #998 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1962–2024.)
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