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.
About 220 girls were named Lavender in 2025.
A student at Hogwarts and member of Dumbledore's Army · Harry Potter series
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US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Lavender — far less common.
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