Lavender

At a Glance: Name: Lavender – Meaning: the lavender plant – Origin: Old French / Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: LAV-en-der

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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

Phonetic: LAV-en-der   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1962–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Lavender mean?

The lavender plant. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lavender)

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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