Viola Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationVY-oh-lah / ˈvaɪ.ə.ləLatin; Italian
Meaning
Latin: violet; Italian: a flower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Viola has roots in Latin, where it refers to the violet flower, symbolizing modesty and virtue. In Italian culture, it is commonly associated with the beauty of flowers. The name has been used in literature, most notably in Shakespeare's play 'Twelfth Night', where Viola is a central character. It has also been adopted in various musical contexts, particularly relating to the viola instrument.
Trend Summary
The name Viola has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly among those seeking vintage or floral-inspired names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Violetta
- Violy
International Variants
- Violette (French)
- Violetta (Italian)
- Violaine (French)
- Viollia (Italian)
Famous people named Viola
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Fictional characters named Viola
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Viola was first seen in the United States in 1889. Viola has ranked as high as #842 nationally, which occurred in 1931, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Viola has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Viola
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 10 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 16 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 11 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |