Lavender
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Lavender
Lavender derives from the Old French "lavendre," which comes from the Latin "lavare" meaning "to wash," referring to the aromatic plant historically used in bathing and cleaning rituals.
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Etymology
Lavender derives from the Old French "lavendre," which comes from the Latin "lavare" meaning "to wash," referring to the aromatic plant historically used in bathing and cleaning rituals. The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly gaining popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries as a feminine given name, with no specific religious association but reflecting Victorian botanical and aesthetic interests.
Lavender currently ranks #1,095 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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