Flavia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationFLAY-vee-uh / /ˈfleɪ.vi.ə/Latin
Meaning
yellow; blonde
Historical & Cultural Background
Flavia is derived from the Latin name 'Flavius', which was a common family name in ancient Rome. The name was often associated with the Flavian dynasty, which ruled during the first century AD. It has been used in various cultures over the centuries, particularly in Italy and among Roman Catholics. The name is also linked to the concept of brightness and light due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
Flavia has seen a steady but modest presence in the US baby name charts, with occasional peaks in popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Flavie
- Flavya
International Variants
- Flavie (French)
- Flavia (Italian)
- Flávia (Portuguese)
Famous people named Flavia
Flavia Pennetta is an Italian former professional tennis player who won the US Open in 2015.
Flavia de Luce is a fictional character in the mystery novel series by Alan Bradley, known for her intelligence and curiosity.
Fictional characters named Flavia
Flavia de Luce is the protagonist in the 'Flavia de Luce' series by Alan Bradley, a young detective with a passion for chemistry.
Flavia is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Flavia was first seen in the United States in 1881. Flavia has ranked as high as #845 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Florida, California, New York, Louisiana, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Flavia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Flavia (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1884 | 10 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1896 | 5 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1903 | 8 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 10 |
| 1906 | 7 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 9 |
| 1911 | 15 |
| 1912 | 11 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 17 |
| 1915 | 18 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 26 |
| 1919 | 29 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 39 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 28 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 27 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 21 |
| 1928 | 30 |
| 1929 | 23 |
| 1930 | 18 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 15 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 19 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 12 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 14 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 14 |
| 1964 | 14 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 20 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 17 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 22 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 18 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 10 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 17 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 18 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 10 |