Flornce
Feminine name derived from the Latin Florentia, meaning "to bloom" or "flourishing".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Flornce. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Flornce today is around 99 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Flornce births was 1922 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Flornce. 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 Flornce is about 99 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Flornces were born before 1937.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Flornce. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1922
13 babies that year
Average age
99
years old
1942 SSA rank
#4,866
Tracked since 1904
Popularity
Flornce: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Flornce from the 1900s through to the 1940s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 57 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1920s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Flornce 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 Flornce during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Flornce
The given name Flornce has its origins in the Latin language and the Roman culture. It is derived from the Latin word "florens," which means "flowering" or "blossoming." This name was initially given to children born during the spring season or in times of abundance and prosperity.
In ancient Roman times, the name Flornce was associated with the goddess Flora, who was the deity of flowers, spring, and fertility. She was celebrated during the Floralia, a festival held in late April and early May, where her devotees adorned themselves with garlands of flowers and participated in various festivities.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Flornce can be found in the writings of the Roman historian Livy, who mentioned a woman named Flornce living during the 3rd century BC. However, it is uncertain whether this was a real individual or a fictional character.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Flornce. One of the most famous was Flornce Nightingale (1820-1910), the English social reformer and pioneer of modern nursing. Her dedication to improving healthcare and her work during the Crimean War earned her widespread recognition and the moniker "The Lady with the Lamp."
Another prominent figure was Flornce Griffith Joyner (1959-1998), an American track and field athlete who set world records in the 100m and 200m sprints. Her remarkable athletic achievements and flamboyant fashion sense made her an iconic figure in the world of sports.
In the realm of literature, Flornce Marryat (1833-1899) was a renowned English novelist and travel writer known for her adventurous spirit and captivating tales. Her works, such as "The Settlers in Canada" and "The Children of the New Forest," were widely popular during the Victorian era.
The name Flornce also graced the stage, with Flornce Foster Jenkins (1868-1944) being a celebrated American socialite and amateur soprano. Despite her lack of formal training and questionable vocal abilities, she gained cult status for her unconventional performances and unwavering self-belief.
Lastly, Flornce Auer (1880-1962) was a Hungarian-American violinist and teacher who made significant contributions to the field of violin pedagogy. Her teachings influenced generations of musicians, and her book "Violin Playing as I Teach It" became a standard reference for aspiring violinists.
People
Flornce + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Flornce 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
Flornce: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Flornce?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Flornce 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Flornce a common name?
We classify Flornce as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 141 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Flornce most popular?
The single biggest year for Flornce was 1922, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Flornce is about 99 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Flornce in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Flornce a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Flornce 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.
Is Flornce still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Flornce in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Flornce can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Flornce?
Find out how many people have the name Flornce on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.