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At a Glance: Name: Viola – Meaning: violet (the flower) – Origin: Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: vy-OH-lah
Viola is a Latin name meaning violet, the flower, pronounced vy-OH-lah. It fits naturally with bohemian, free-spirited, nature-inspired, and clean, modern name styles, thanks to that botanical root. If you're drawn to floral names with old-world roots, Viola is worth a close look.
Meaning & Origin of Viola
Meaning: Violet (the flower).
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Viola
Phonetic: vy-OH-lah IPA: /vaɪˈoʊlə/
Popularity of Viola
Viola peaked at #42 in 1908, when 1,964 baby girls were given the name; by 2024 it had dropped to #1190, with just 199 girls named Viola that year.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Viola mean?
Violet (the flower). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Viola)
How do you pronounce Viola?
Viola is pronounced vy-OH-lah (IPA: /vaɪˈoʊlə/).
Is Viola a popular name right now?
Viola peaked at #42 in 1908 and is ranked #1190 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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