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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The soft fabric velvet
- Origin
- English (word name)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- VEL-vit
Velvet is an English word name, taken directly from the soft fabric of the same name. If you're drawn to names pulled straight from everyday language rather than history or myth, Velvet fits that mold plainly and honestly.
Meaning & Origin of Velvet
Meaning: The soft fabric velvet.
Origin: English (word name).
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Velvet
VEL-vitIPA /ˈvɛlvɪt/
Popularity of Velvet
Velvet reached its high point in 1961, when 332 girls were given the name, ranking it #542 nationally. By 2024 it had fallen to #9482, with just 11 babies given the name that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Velvet mean?
The soft fabric velvet. (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Velvet?
Velvet is pronounced VEL-vit (IPA: /ˈvɛlvɪt/).
Is Velvet a popular name right now?
Velvet peaked at #542 in 1961 and is ranked #9482 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1920–2024.)
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