Floria
A feminine name derived from Latin, meaning "blossoming" or "flowery".
Name Census estimates that about 543 living Americans carry the first name Floria. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Floria today is around 71 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Floria births was 1939 (38 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Floria. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Floria is about 71 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Florias were born before 1965.
People living today
543
~ 1 in 631,223 Americans
Peak year
1939
38 babies that year
Average age
71
years old
2017 SSA rank
#16,687
Tracked since 1898
Popularity
Floria: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Floria from the 1890s through to the 2010s, spanning 12 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1940s, with 317 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1940s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Floria by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Floria during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Florias live
The SSA's state-level files cover 8 states and territories. Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina recorded the most babies named Floria, while Texas, New York, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 28 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Floria
The name Floria has its origins in the Latin language, deriving from the Latin word "flos," which translates to "flower." This connection suggests the name's early associations with nature, beauty, and growth. Its emergence can be traced back to ancient Rome, where flower symbolism held cultural significance, adorning homes, festivities, and religious ceremonies.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Floria appears in ancient Roman texts, referring to a noblewoman named Floria Aemilia, who lived during the 1st century AD. She was known for her philanthropic endeavors and her support of the arts, establishing herself as a prominent figure in Roman society.
In the 4th century AD, the name Floria gained further prominence with the emergence of Saint Floria, a Christian martyr celebrated for her unwavering faith and courage in the face of persecution. Her story is recounted in various religious texts, inspiring generations of believers and contributing to the name's enduring popularity within the Christian faith.
As the centuries progressed, the name Floria found its way into various literary works and historical accounts. One notable figure was Floria Tosca, an Italian opera singer from the late 16th century, renowned for her exceptional vocal talent and celebrated performances across Europe.
In the realm of medieval history, Floria de Burgh, an English noblewoman born in the late 12th century, played a significant role in the political and social landscape of her time. She was known for her influence and her involvement in various conflicts and negotiations during the reigns of King John and Henry III.
Fast-forwarding to the Renaissance period, Floria Bartolozzi, an Italian engraver and artist born in 1728, left an indelible mark on the art world with her intricate copperplate engravings and her collaborations with renowned painters and sculptors of the era.
Throughout history, the name Floria has graced the lives of numerous notable individuals, each leaving their unique imprint on various fields, from the arts and literature to religion and politics. While these five examples offer a glimpse into the name's rich tapestry, countless others have carried the name Floria, contributing to its enduring legacy and timeless appeal.
People
Floria + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Floria as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with F
Other first names starting with F with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Floria: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Floria?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 543 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Floria going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 631,223 US residents.
Is Floria a common name?
We classify Floria as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,583 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Floria most popular?
The single biggest year for Floria was 1939, when 38 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Floria is about 71 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Floria a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Floria in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.