Violet Swan

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Violet Swan — violet flower
101K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Violet Swan 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 Swan: Daniel C. Swan, American cultural anthropologist and museum curator Donald A. Swan (1935–1981), American anthropologist Janis Swan, American-New Zealand food process engineering academic Richard Swan (born 1933), American mathematician Toril Swan (1945–2022), Norwegian philologist Trevor Swan (1918–1989), Australian economist Vivien Swan (1943–2009), British archaeologist Arts, entertainment, and literature Alfred Swan (1890–1970), Russian composer and musicologist Alison Swan (fl. 1988–2015), Bermudian filmmaker, writer, and real estate developer Annalyn Swan (born c. 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: Swan

English

Daniel C. Swan, American cultural anthropologist and museum curator Donald A. Swan (1935–1981), American anthropologist Janis Swan, American-New Zealand food process engineering academic Richard Swan (born 1933), American mathematician Toril Swan (1945–2022), Norwegian philologist Trevor Swan (1918–1989), Australian economist Vivien Swan (1943–2009), British archaeologist Arts, entertainment, and literature Alfred Swan (1890–1970), Russian composer and musicologist Alison Swan (fl. 1988–2015), Bermudian filmmaker, writer, and real estate developer Annalyn Swan (born c.

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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:

1900s
1910s
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1930s
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1970s
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Notable People Named Violet Swan

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 Violet Swan:

5
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

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 Swan?
The surname Swan originates from English. Daniel C. Swan, American cultural anthropologist and museum curator Donald A. Swan (1935–1981), American anthropologist Janis Swan, American-New Zealand food process engineering academic Richard Swan (born 1933), American mathematician Toril Swan (1945–2022), Norwegian philologist Trevor Swan (1918–1989), Australian economist Vivien Swan (1943–2009), British archaeologist Arts, entertainment, and literature Alfred Swan (1890–1970), Russian composer and musicologist Alison Swan (fl. 1988–2015), Bermudian filmmaker, writer, and real estate developer Annalyn Swan (born c.
How common is the surname Swan?
The surname Swan is shared by approximately 23K people worldwide.
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