Violet

Pronunciation: [ v-EYE-uhl-iht ]

Boy Name #42,345 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Violet is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced v-EYE-uhl-iht.

Parents who love the name Violet often also consider Viola, Virginia, Victoria .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #42,345
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Vio Viy Vioie Violie

Also a Girl Name

Violet is also used as a girl name, ranked #15.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Violet

Is Violet a boy or girl name?

Violet is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #42345. As a girl name, it is ranked #15. Violet is more commonly used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce Violet?

Violet is pronounced v-EYE-uhl-iht.

How popular is the name Violet?

Violet is currently ranked #42345 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Violet?

Common nicknames for Violet include Vio, Viy, Vioie, and Violie.

Is Violet a common or rare name?

Violet is an uncommon name, ranked #42345 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Violet

Violet is a boy name .

Is Violet a boy or girl name? Violet is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #42,345 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #15. Violet is more commonly used as a girl name.

Violet is currently ranked #42,345 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Violet include Vio, Viy, Vioie, and Violie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.