Viola Harrigan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Viola Harrigan — Latin
133K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Viola Harrigan is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Viola is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Viola is a feminine given name derived from the Latin viola, given in reference to the flowering plant species. The name is in common use in Italy. In Greece as Violeta. It is best known in the Anglosphere as a character in William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. The surname Harrigan: Abi Harrigan (born 2002), Australian freestyle skier Anthony Hart Harrigan (1925–2010), American journalist and conservative Bill Harrigan (born 1960), Australian rugby league football referee Claire Harrigan (born 1964), Scottish artist Dan Harrigan (born 1955), American swimmer David Xavier Harrigan (1948–2000), singer, actor, and painter known as Tomata du Plenty Duncan Harrigan (1921–2005), Scottish footballer Edward Harrigan (1845–1911), American playwright, lyricist, actor and theater owner Frank Harrigan (1904–1969), American basketballer Henry J. Viola is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 133K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Viola reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Viola

Latin

Viola is a feminine given name derived from the Latin viola, given in reference to the flowering plant species. The name is in common use in Italy. In Greece as Violeta. It is best known in the Anglosphere as a character in William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.

Surname: Harrigan

Scottish

Abi Harrigan (born 2002), Australian freestyle skier Anthony Hart Harrigan (1925–2010), American journalist and conservative Bill Harrigan (born 1960), Australian rugby league football referee Claire Harrigan (born 1964), Scottish artist Dan Harrigan (born 1955), American swimmer David Xavier Harrigan (1948–2000), singer, actor, and painter known as Tomata du Plenty Duncan Harrigan (1921–2005), Scottish footballer Edward Harrigan (1845–1911), American playwright, lyricist, actor and theater owner Frank Harrigan (1904–1969), American basketballer Henry J.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Viola Harrigan

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 Viola Harrigan:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Viola?
The first name Viola originates from Latin. Viola is a feminine given name derived from the Latin viola, given in reference to the flowering plant species. The name is in common use in Italy. In Greece as Violeta. It is best known in the Anglosphere as a character in William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.
When was Viola most popular?
The name Viola reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Harrigan?
The surname Harrigan originates from Scottish. Abi Harrigan (born 2002), Australian freestyle skier Anthony Hart Harrigan (1925–2010), American journalist and conservative Bill Harrigan (born 1960), Australian rugby league football referee Claire Harrigan (born 1964), Scottish artist Dan Harrigan (born 1955), American swimmer David Xavier Harrigan (1948–2000), singer, actor, and painter known as Tomata du Plenty Duncan Harrigan (1921–2005), Scottish footballer Edward Harrigan (1845–1911), American playwright, lyricist, actor and theater owner Frank Harrigan (1904–1969), American basketballer Henry J.
What are the origins of the name Viola Harrigan?
The name Viola Harrigan combines two different traditions: the first name Viola has Latin roots, while the surname Harrigan originates from Scottish.
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