Girl name · Latin
Violet
“purple flower”
Vibes
Common nicknames
Short-forms and diminutives parents often use for Violet.
Explore Violet further
Similar-feel alternatives, or middle-name candidates that pair well with Violet — both ranked by the same scoring system (vibe overlap, syllable rhythm, origin compatibility).
About the name
Violet is the Latin viola — the small purple flower of modesty in Victorian flower language, and the only color name to fully conquer the naming mainstream.
A fixture of the 1900s that vanished mid-century, Violet was pulled back by the hundred-year rule and holds thirty-fifth place in 2024.
The name is a color, a flower, and a mood — twilight in two syllables. Vi makes a jazz-age nickname. It pairs well with crisp middles (Violet Mae, Violet Wren). On our vibe map it is Vintage Elegant dyed in Whimsical purple — the grandmother name that came back cooler.
More Latin names
Violet sits in our Latin set — these share its roots.
All Latin names →Violet — common questions
Is Violet a boy or girl name?
Violet is traditionally a girl name of Latin origin. It ranked #13 among US girls' names in 2025.
What does the name Violet mean?
Violet means “purple flower” of Latin origin. Violet is the Latin viola — the small purple flower of modesty in Victorian flower language, and the only color name to fully conquer the naming mainstream.
Where does the name Violet come from?
Violet is Latin in origin. A fixture of the 1900s that vanished mid-century, Violet was pulled back by the hundred-year rule and holds thirty-fifth place in 2024.
What are common nicknames for Violet?
Vi and Vivi — the short-forms parents most often use for Violet.
How popular is Violet?
Violet ranked #13 in US Social Security Administration data for 2025, which puts it solidly in everyday use.
Bring the name into the room
A couple of nice things named Violet you might want for the nursery.