Florencia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Florencia is a name of Latin origin meaning 'blooming' or 'prosperous'. It evolved from Florentia in Latin to its modern forms in Spanish and English. The name reflects qualities of growth and beauty, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century in Spanish-speaking regions, and is viewed positively today, often linked to a rich cultural heritage.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Florencia"
Pronunciation
/floˈɾenθja/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Florencia is derived from the Latin word 'florens', which means 'blooming' or 'prosperous'. It is associated with the concept of flourishing and growth.
Meaning
blooming, prosperous
Language Evolution
Florentia (Latin), Florencia (Spanish), Florence (English)
Historical Usage
Florencia gained popularity as a feminine given name in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries, often associated with the city of Florence, Italy.
Variants & Derivatives
Florence, Flora, Flo
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Florencia is perceived as a beautiful and elegant name, often associated with artistic and cultural significance due to its connection to Florence, Italy.
Famous People
Florencia Bonelli (Argentine author), Florencia Kirchner (Argentine politician)
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✨ Florencia Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 37 peak births in 2003
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Florencia"
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 "Florencia"
"Florencia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2675th of 9107 | 198 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2802nd of 9204 | 187 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4953rd of 12526 | 119 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4986th of 19264 | 172 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5795th of 27321 | 224 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5227th of 35406 | 391 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5595th of 30306 | 272 |
Regional Popularity of "Florencia" 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 "Florencia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
44.29% 1048th/2366 |
87.39% 998th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
49.64% 1168th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
67.65% 1930th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- |
76.78% 2701st/3518 |
63.92% 2585th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
73.87% 3837th/5194 |
54.03% 3413th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
56.88% 4160th/7313 |
53.40% 3985th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
66.40% 4530th/6822 |
63.62% 3993rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Florencia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Florencia" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Florencia" in the United States
The name Florencia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Florencia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Florencia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2675th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2802nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4953rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4986th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5795th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5227th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5595th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Florencia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.