Violet flower
Derived directly from the Latin word for the violet flower. It gained literary prominence through Shakespeare and was a popular choice in the early 20th century before becoming a rare vintage gem.
About 247 girls were named Viola in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Academy Award-winning actress
The shipwrecked protagonist who disguises herself as Cesario · Twelfth Night
Canadian civil rights activist and businesswoman
Civil rights activist during the Selma to Montgomery marches
The strict substitute teacher persona of Miss Nelson · Miss Nelson Is Missing!
The same feel as Viola — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
