Lavender
Lavender is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
The lavender plant, derived from Late Latin 'lavandula', historically linked to washing or pale purple hues.
Origin and history
Lavender is an English botanical name derived from the aromatic purple-flowered shrub. Historically uncommon, the name has seen a noticeable surge in U.S. popularity during the 2020s alongside other whimsical floral and nature names. It offers a soft, vintage, and distinctly colorful choice for parents.
Popularity in the United States
2,323 babies in the United States have been named Lavender since 1880. It ranks #3656 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1106.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.4 %)
- TX (12.1 %)
- OH (6.7 %)
- FL (5.3 %)
- GA (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 27 |
| 1980-1990 | 57 |
| 1990-2000 | 96 |
| 2000-2010 | 297 |
| 2010-2019 | 656 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,185 |
Nicknames
Lav, Ven
Fun facts
- Over half of all U.S. babies named Lavender since 1880 were born between 2020 and 2025.
- The plant name likely traces back to the Latin verb 'lavare', meaning 'to wash', because of its historic use in baths and soaps.