Florence

At a Glance: Name: Florence – Meaning: flourishing, blooming (from florens, related to flos 'flower') – Origin: Latin – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: FLOR-ens

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Florence is a Latin name meaning flourishing or blooming, tracing back to florens and the word flos, meaning flower. It's pronounced FLOR-ens, and it carries a vintage feel, fitting for parents drawn to names with old-fashioned roots. SSA records show it in continuous use from 1880 through 2024.

Meaning & Origin of Florence

Meaning: Flourishing, blooming (from florens, related to flos 'flower').

Origin: Latin.

Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.

How to Pronounce Florence

Phonetic: FLOR-ens   IPA: /ˈflɔːrəns/

Popularity of Florence

Florence hit its peak at #6 in 1890, when 2,744 girls were given the name, and has since settled to #435 in 2024 with 711 babies — still in use today, just far below its 19th-century high.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1880–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Florence mean?

Flourishing, blooming (from florens, related to flos ‘flower’). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Florence)

How do you pronounce Florence?

Florence is pronounced FLOR-ens (IPA: /ˈflɔːrəns/).

Is Florence a popular name right now?

Florence peaked at #6 in 1890 and is ranked #435 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)

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