Violet Peltier

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Violet Peltier — violet flower
101K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Violet Peltier 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 Peltier: Autumn Peltier (born 2004), climate activist Edo Peltier, birth name of Mexican drag queen Margaret Y Ya Fanny Peltier (born 1997), French sprinter Harvey Peltier, Jr. (1923–1980), American politician Harvey Peltier, Sr. 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: Peltier

French

Autumn Peltier (born 2004), climate activist Edo Peltier, birth name of Mexican drag queen Margaret Y Ya Fanny Peltier (born 1997), French sprinter Harvey Peltier, Jr. (1923–1980), American politician Harvey Peltier, Sr.

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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 Peltier:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Peltier?
The surname Peltier originates from French. Autumn Peltier (born 2004), climate activist Edo Peltier, birth name of Mexican drag queen Margaret Y Ya Fanny Peltier (born 1997), French sprinter Harvey Peltier, Jr. (1923–1980), American politician Harvey Peltier, Sr.
What are the origins of the name Violet Peltier?
The name Violet Peltier combines two different traditions: the first name Violet has English roots, while the surname Peltier originates from French.
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