Florene
Florene is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Flourishing, blooming, or prosperous.
Origin and history
Florene is a feminine given name derived from the Latin root meaning 'flourishing' or 'blooming', closely related to Flora and Florence. It enjoyed moderate popularity in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century but has become extremely rare in recent decades. It retains a classic, vintage floral charm.
Popularity in the United States
4,616 babies in the United States have been named Florene since 1880. It ranks #2572 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (23.4 %)
- OK (15.9 %)
- GA (12 %)
- AR (10 %)
- AL (8.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 12 |
| 1890-1900 | 41 |
| 1900-1910 | 149 |
| 1910-1920 | 960 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,431 |
| 1930-1940 | 987 |
| 1940-1950 | 585 |
| 1950-1960 | 291 |
| 1960-1970 | 130 |
| 1970-1980 | 30 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Nicknames
Flo, Floy, Rene
Fun facts
- Florene shares its etymological origin with Flora, the Roman goddess of flowers and spring.
- The name was most commonly given to American girls in the 1920s and 1930s before declining in usage.