Viola Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Latin
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Viola means 'violet' and symbolizes innocence and humility.
Meaning of the Name Viola
Viola is a feminine name of Latin origin. It is derived from the word 'violet', which is a type of flower known for its delicate beauty and pleasant fragrance. The name Viola symbolizes innocence, modesty, and humility. It has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages and gained popularity in the late 19th century. Viola is also associated with the musical instrument of the same name, a small stringed instrument similar to a violin, adding a touch of charm and elegance to the name.
Popularity of the Name Viola
The popularity for the name Viola peaked in popularity in the year 1918 with 4,331 births, which ranked number 103 out of 9,303 unique names for that year. Viola had the most female births in 1918 with 4,331, which ranked number 59 out of 5,585 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 1931 with 20, which ranked number 1,589 out of 4,320 male names for that year. The number of births for the name Viola has increased sharply over the last ten years from 167 births to 245 births, an increase of 46.71%. Among females, Viola has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 167 births to 245 births, an increase of 46.71%.
Nationwide Popularity of Viola
- 20 Year Trend of Viola: 322.41%
- 10 Year Trend of Viola: 46.71%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Viola: 46.71%
Popularity of Viola by State
Among females, Viola was most popular in Midwestern states with 60 births in the region. It was most commonly used in CA, with 30 female births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Viola. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | < 5 | N/A | 30 | 985 |
| FL | < 5 | N/A | 6 | 1875 |
| GA | < 5 | N/A | 5 | 1517 |
| IL | < 5 | N/A | 6 | 1289 |
| IN | < 5 | N/A | 10 | 620 |
| MA | < 5 | N/A | 5 | 872 |
| MI | < 5 | N/A | 8 | 875 |
| MN | < 5 | N/A | 12 | 437 |
| MO | < 5 | N/A | 6 | 813 |
| NY | < 5 | N/A | 11 | 1231 |
| OH | < 5 | N/A | 12 | 778 |
| OR | < 5 | N/A | 9 | 357 |
| PA | < 5 | N/A | 15 | 669 |
| SC | < 5 | N/A | 6 | 673 |
| TX | < 5 | N/A | 17 | 1448 |
| WA | < 5 | N/A | 8 | 736 |
| WI | < 5 | N/A | 6 | 712 |
2024 Popularity Projections for Viola
- Total Births of Viola: 255 (3.91%)
- Female Births of Viola: 255 (3.91%)
Given the upward trend of Viola over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 3.91% increase in total births, for a total of 255 births in 2024. For Females, births for Viola have been increasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 255 female births in 2024, an increase of 3.91%.