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Violett

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Pronounced VYOL-ehtt /ˈvjoʊl.ɛtt/Medium

Meaning: Purple (the color)Medium

In 30 seconds: Violett is an English girl's name meaning 'purple', after the color and the flower.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Swedish, Norwegian
MeaningPurple (the color)
U.S. rank (2024)#2208 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births86 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 909

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202318992024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Violett is a spelling of Violet, the name of the small purple flower and the color itself. The double-t ending gives the familiar floral name a slightly distinctive, continental look while keeping its meaning intact.

Like other flower names, it carries soft, springlike associations and a gentle vi-o-let rhythm. The American actress Violett Beane, known for 'The Flash' and 'God Friended Me', uses this spelling.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Violett is 'purple (the color)', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 62%
Behind the Name - Violett — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Violett Beane (1996-present)
    American actress known for 'The Flash', 'God Friended Me' and 'Truth or Dare'.

If you like Violett…

Violet— The standard spelling of the same purple flower name.
Viola— Shares the Latin viola root behind the violet flower.
Lila— Another name tied to the purple end of the color spectrum.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Violett mean?

Violett is usually explained as meaning 'purple (the color)' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Violett?

It's commonly said VYOL-ehtt /ˈvjoʊl.ɛtt/.

Is Violett a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Violett is used as a girl name.

How popular is Violett?

In 2024, Violett ranked #2208 in the U.S. for girls, with 86 births recorded.