Purple flowering plant
Derived from the Old French word 'lavandre', it refers to the fragrant purple herb. The name gained popularity during the Victorian era when floral names were highly fashionable and has recently seen a revival as a whimsical, botanical choice.
Less common today
Lavender isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #991 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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