Violet Jessop

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Violet Jessop — violet flower
101K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Violet Jessop is a name that combines English origins. The first name Violet is a feminine given name of English origin. Violet is a female given name which comes from the eponymous flower. As with other such names, its popularity has varied dramatically over time. Flower names were commonly used from about 1880 through about 1910 in the United States, with usage dropping throughout the next 80 years or so; Violet was the 88th most frequent girls' given name in 1900, dropping below position 1000 by 1960. In 1990, the name appeared again in the top 1000 at position 289 and subsequently increased in popularity. It was the 20th most used name for newborn American girls in 2022. The surname Jessop: Bob Jessop (born 1946), British Marxist theoretician Carolyn Jessop (born 1968), American author Charles Minshall Jessop (1861–1939), mathematician Christine Jessop (1974–1984), Canadian child murdered in 1984 Clytie Jessop (1929–2017), British actress Craig Jessop (born 1949), American academic Elisha Jessop (1843–1918), Canadian doctor and politician Flora Jessop (born 1969), American social activist George H. Violet is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 101K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Violet reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Violet

Meaning: violet flower

English

Violet is a female given name which comes from the eponymous flower. As with other such names, its popularity has varied dramatically over time. Flower names were commonly used from about 1880 through about 1910 in the United States, with usage dropping throughout the next 80 years or so; Violet was the 88th most frequent girls' given name in 1900, dropping below position 1000 by 1960. In 1990, the name appeared again in the top 1000 at position 289 and subsequently increased in popularity. It was the 20th most used name for newborn American girls in 2022.

Surname: Jessop

English

Bob Jessop (born 1946), British Marxist theoretician Carolyn Jessop (born 1968), American author Charles Minshall Jessop (1861–1939), mathematician Christine Jessop (1974–1984), Canadian child murdered in 1984 Clytie Jessop (1929–2017), British actress Craig Jessop (born 1949), American academic Elisha Jessop (1843–1918), Canadian doctor and politician Flora Jessop (born 1969), American social activist George H.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

1
Personality Number

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

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 Violet?
The first name Violet originates from English. Violet is a female given name which comes from the eponymous flower. As with other such names, its popularity has varied dramatically over time. Flower names were commonly used from about 1880 through about 1910 in the United States, with usage dropping throughout the next 80 years or so; Violet was the 88th most frequent girls' given name in 1900, dropping below position 1000 by 1960. In 1990, the name appeared again in the top 1000 at position 289 and subsequently increased in popularity. It was the 20th most used name for newborn American girls in 2022.
When was Violet most popular?
The name Violet reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Jessop?
The surname Jessop originates from English. Bob Jessop (born 1946), British Marxist theoretician Carolyn Jessop (born 1968), American author Charles Minshall Jessop (1861–1939), mathematician Christine Jessop (1974–1984), Canadian child murdered in 1984 Clytie Jessop (1929–2017), British actress Craig Jessop (born 1949), American academic Elisha Jessop (1843–1918), Canadian doctor and politician Flora Jessop (born 1969), American social activist George H.
How common is the surname Jessop?
The surname Jessop is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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