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Florence is a feminine name used in English and French. Behind the Name describes it this way: "From the Latin name Florentius or the feminine form Florentia, which were derived from florens ‘prosperous, flourishing’. Florentius was borne by many early Christian saints, and it was occasionally used in their honour through the Middle Ages." It ranked #391 for girls in the United States in 2025.
Meaning and etymology
According to Behind the Name, from the Latin name Florentius or the feminine form Florentia, which were derived from florens ‘prosperous, flourishing’. Florentius was borne by many early Christian saints, and it was occasionally used in their honour through the Middle Ages. The entry lists its usage as English, French.
Editorial confidence: established
Popularity
Florence ranked #391 for girls in the United States in 2025. The figure comes from the Social Security Administration's national file for that year.
| Region | Year | Rank | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2025 | #391 | ssa-2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Florence mean?
Florence means "prosperous, flourishing", according to Behind the Name.
Is Florence a popular name?
Florence ranked #391 for girls in the United States in 2025. (Social Security Administration data).
Is Florence a boy's or a girl's name?
In the 2025 SSA data Florence appears in the girls' list; Behind the Name labels it feminine & masculine.
Sources
- Behind the Name: Meaning, origin and history of the name Florence — supports meaning, usage, pronunciation, variants.
- U.S. Social Security Administration: Popular Baby Names — national data, year of birth 2025 — supports popularity.
