Flo Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Flo originates from the Latin word 'florere', meaning 'to bloom' or 'to flourish'. It has evolved through various languages, maintaining its positive connotations. The name is associated with traits of cheerfulness and vitality, and it does not have a biblical relevance. Flo saw a rise in popularity as a diminutive of longer names like Florence and Flora, and it is currently perceived as a bright and lively name.
The name Flo is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Flo has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Flo' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1041st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1256th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3123rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13377th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Flo' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Flo"
Pronunciation
/floʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Flo is derived from the Latin word 'florere', which means 'to bloom' or 'to flourish'. It is often associated with the idea of blossoming or thriving.
Meaning
to bloom, to flourish
Language Evolution
Latin: Florere, Old French: Flor, Middle English: Flo
Historical Usage
Flo gained popularity as a given name in the 19th and 20th centuries, often used as a short form of Florence or Flora.
Variants & Derivatives
Florence, Flora, Floella
Modern Popularity & Image
Flo is seen as a cheerful and vibrant name, often associated with positivity and growth.
Famous People
Flo Rida, American rapper, Flo Jo (Florence Griffith-Joyner), American track and field athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Flo"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Flo"
"Flo" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1041st of 9107 | 883 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1256th of 9204 | 663 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3123rd of 12526 | 269 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13377th of 19264 | 20 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Flo" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Flo" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
62.29% 882nd/1416 |
61.20% 844th/1379 |
55.28% 1308th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
72.49% 1128th/1556 |
52.10% 1226th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Flo"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Flo" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.