Florence Kinser

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Florence Kinser — flourishing
310K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Florence Kinser is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Florence is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Florence is usually a feminine given name. It is derived from the French version of (Saint) Florentia, a Roman martyr under Diocletian. The Latin florens, florentius means "blossoming", verb floreo, meaning "I blossom / I flower / I flourish". Florence was in the past also used as a translation of the Latin version Florentius, and may be used in this context as a masculine given name. A notable increased use of the name came in the aftermath of Florence Nightingale, a nurse in British hospitals during the Crimean War and is usually considered the founder of modern nursing. The surname Kinser: Charleen Kinser (1934–2008), American toy-designer Cynthia D. Kinser (born 1951), American judge Elbert L. Kinser (1922–1945), United States Marine and Medal of Honor recipient Holly Kinser (born 1965), American lobbyist John Douglas Kinser (1918–1951), American murder victim Kraig Kinser (born 1984), American racing driver Mark Kinser (born 1964), American racing driver Sheldon Kinser (1942–1988), American racing driver Steve Kinser (born 1954), American racing driver Camp Kinser, a United States Marine Corps base in Okinawa, Japan Florence is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 310K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Florence reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Florence

Meaning: flourishing

Latin

Florence is usually a feminine given name. It is derived from the French version of (Saint) Florentia, a Roman martyr under Diocletian. The Latin florens, florentius means "blossoming", verb floreo, meaning "I blossom / I flower / I flourish". Florence was in the past also used as a translation of the Latin version Florentius, and may be used in this context as a masculine given name. A notable increased use of the name came in the aftermath of Florence Nightingale, a nurse in British hospitals during the Crimean War and is usually considered the founder of modern nursing.

Surname: Kinser

English

Charleen Kinser (1934–2008), American toy-designer Cynthia D. Kinser (born 1951), American judge Elbert L. Kinser (1922–1945), United States Marine and Medal of Honor recipient Holly Kinser (born 1965), American lobbyist John Douglas Kinser (1918–1951), American murder victim Kraig Kinser (born 1984), American racing driver Mark Kinser (born 1964), American racing driver Sheldon Kinser (1942–1988), American racing driver Steve Kinser (born 1954), American racing driver Camp Kinser, a United States Marine Corps base in Okinawa, Japan

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Florence is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Florence by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Florence Kinser

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Florence Kinser:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Florence?
The first name Florence originates from Latin. Florence is usually a feminine given name. It is derived from the French version of (Saint) Florentia, a Roman martyr under Diocletian. The Latin florens, florentius means "blossoming", verb floreo, meaning "I blossom / I flower / I flourish". Florence was in the past also used as a translation of the Latin version Florentius, and may be used in this context as a masculine given name. A notable increased use of the name came in the aftermath of Florence Nightingale, a nurse in British hospitals during the Crimean War and is usually considered the founder of modern nursing.
When was Florence most popular?
The name Florence reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kinser?
The surname Kinser originates from English. Charleen Kinser (1934–2008), American toy-designer Cynthia D. Kinser (born 1951), American judge Elbert L. Kinser (1922–1945), United States Marine and Medal of Honor recipient Holly Kinser (born 1965), American lobbyist John Douglas Kinser (1918–1951), American murder victim Kraig Kinser (born 1984), American racing driver Mark Kinser (born 1964), American racing driver Sheldon Kinser (1942–1988), American racing driver Steve Kinser (born 1954), American racing driver Camp Kinser, a United States Marine Corps base in Okinawa, Japan
What are the origins of the name Florence Kinser?
The name Florence Kinser combines two different traditions: the first name Florence has Latin roots, while the surname Kinser originates from English.
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