Violette

Feminine

Meaning

A small violet flower, symbolizing modesty and virtue.

Etymology

Violette is the French diminutive form of Viola, which derives from the Latin viola, the name of the violet flower. The suffix -ette is a French diminutive marker that adds a sense of smallness and delicacy.

About the Name Violette

Violette is a delicate and romantic French name that gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It evokes both the beauty of nature and the Victorian language of flowers.

Notable Bearers

Violette Leduc Violette Szabo