Violet is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Purple flower”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 10% of baby names. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.
VYE-oh-let
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 10% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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