Flozell
A name possibly derived from a combination of flower and bell.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Flozell. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Flozell today is around 60 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Flozell births was 1927 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Flozell. 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
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Flozell. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1927
6 babies that year
Average age
60
years old
1977 SSA rank
#6,178
Tracked since 1925
Popularity
Flozell: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Flozell from the 1920s through to the 1970s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 11 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1920s peak, Flozell remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Flozell 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 Flozell 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 Flozell
The name Flozell is a rare and unusual name with origins that are somewhat obscure and shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have emerged from the ancient Germanic languages, potentially derived from a combination of the words "floz" meaning "river" and "zell" meaning "cell" or "dwelling."
One of the earliest known references to this name can be traced back to a 9th century manuscript, where a monk named Flozell is mentioned as a scribe in a Benedictine abbey located in present-day Bavaria, Germany. This suggests that the name may have held some significance within the monastic orders of that time period.
In the 12th century, a Flozell was recorded as a skilled blacksmith in the city of Cologne, renowned for his intricate metalwork and the forging of swords and armor for the local nobility. His name was often associated with the craftsmanship and durability of his creations.
During the Renaissance period, a painter named Flozell da Vinci (1492-1568) gained recognition in Florence, Italy, for his vibrant and naturalistic depictions of landscapes and botanical subjects. While not directly related to the famous Leonardo da Vinci, his works were highly regarded in his time.
In the late 18th century, a French explorer and naturalist named Flozell Leclerc (1767-1842) embarked on several expeditions to the West Indies and South America, documenting the flora and fauna of these regions. His detailed journals and illustrations contributed significantly to the study of natural history.
A more recent figure bearing the name Flozell was Flozell Jones (1918-2001), an African American civil rights activist and educator from Mississippi. He played a pivotal role in desegregating schools and advocating for equal educational opportunities during the Civil Rights Movement.
While the name Flozell may have its roots in ancient Germanic languages and monastic traditions, it has transcended its origins and found its place in various cultural and historical contexts over the centuries. From skilled artisans and explorers to civil rights pioneers, the name has been carried by individuals who have left their mark on their respective fields and societies.
People
Flozell + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Flozell 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
Flozell: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Flozell?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Flozell 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Flozell a common name?
We classify Flozell as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 21 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Flozell most popular?
The single biggest year for Flozell was 1927, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Flozell is about 60 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Flozell a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Flozell in the SSA data are male. 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.