Florian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFLOR-ee-uhn / ˈflɔː.ri.ənLatin; French; German
Meaning
Latin: flowering; French: flourishing
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Florian is derived from the Latin name Florinus, which is related to the word 'flor' meaning 'flower'. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Europe, since the Middle Ages. Saint Florian is a notable historical figure, recognized as the patron saint of firefighters and chimney sweeps. The name has seen varying levels of popularity across different countries and eras.
Trend Summary
Florian has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Flore
- Florin
International Variants
- Florian (German)
- Florianus (Latin)
- Florián (Hungarian)
- Florián (Spanish)
Famous people named Florian
Florian Schneider was a German musician and co-founder of the electronic music group Kraftwerk.
Florian Zeller is a French playwright and filmmaker, known for his acclaimed play 'The Father'.
Florian Thauvin is a French professional footballer who has played for various clubs including Olympique de Marseille.
Florian Munteanu is a Romanian-German actor and professional boxer, recognized for his role in 'Creed II'.
Fictional characters named Florian
Florian is a character in the animated film 'The Swan Princess', known for his charming personality.
Florian is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem', often depicted as a skilled archer.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Florian was first seen in the United States in 1886. Florian has ranked as high as #759 nationally, which occurred in 1921, and has been most popular in Illinois, Wisconsin, New York, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Florian has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Florian (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1892 | 6 |
| 1893 | 7 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 8 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 8 |
| 1909 | 12 |
| 1910 | 16 |
| 1911 | 18 |
| 1912 | 37 |
| 1913 | 63 |
| 1914 | 61 |
| 1915 | 92 |
| 1916 | 98 |
| 1917 | 121 |
| 1918 | 110 |
| 1919 | 100 |
| 1920 | 93 |
| 1921 | 125 |
| 1922 | 103 |
| 1923 | 102 |
| 1924 | 98 |
| 1925 | 105 |
| 1926 | 100 |
| 1927 | 76 |
| 1928 | 82 |
| 1929 | 69 |
| 1930 | 65 |
| 1931 | 67 |
| 1932 | 61 |
| 1933 | 56 |
| 1934 | 55 |
| 1935 | 30 |
| 1936 | 47 |
| 1937 | 47 |
| 1938 | 41 |
| 1939 | 38 |
| 1940 | 39 |
| 1941 | 48 |
| 1942 | 26 |
| 1943 | 37 |
| 1944 | 38 |
| 1945 | 25 |
| 1946 | 36 |
| 1947 | 35 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 20 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 24 |
| 1955 | 23 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 26 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 7 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 10 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 9 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 13 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 18 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 37 |