TheNameDBFlorence
FeminineMeaning
Flourishing or blooming.
Etymology
From Latin florentia, derived from florens meaning 'flourishing' or 'blooming', related to flos meaning 'flower'. The name became popular in the Victorian era and is associated with the city of Florence in Italy.
About the Name Florence
Florence is a name with botanical elegance and geographical prestige, popularized in the 19th century and associated with figures like Florence Nightingale. Its vintage charm has made it increasingly appealing to contemporary parents seeking classic names.