Flora
Flora is a girl name of Latin origin meaning “Flower, goddess of spring”, pronounced FLOR-uh. It ranked #607 in the United States in 2025, given to 483 babies, and peaked at #68 in 1880. Common nicknames: Flo, Florrie, Flossie.
How popular is Flora in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Flora mean, and where does it come from?
Flora derives from the Latin "flos" meaning "flower." In Roman mythology, Flora was the goddess of flowers, spring, and fertility, honored during the festival of Floralia with games, dancing, and flowers. The name was popular in Renaissance Italy and spread throughout Europe as classical names came into fashion. Flora MacDonald, the Scottish Jacobite heroine who helped Bonnie Prince Charlie escape after the Battle of Culloden in 1746, gave the name a romantic historical dimension. Flora has seen a modern revival as part of the trend toward botanical and nature-inspired names.
How is Flora used around the world?
Flora is used in 4 languages worldwide, with 9+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Flora?
Famous People Named Flora
- Flora MacDonald — Scottish Jacobite heroine
- Flora Tristan — French-Peruvian socialist and feminist
- Flora Robson — English actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Flora mean?
Flora is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Flower, goddess of spring." Flora derives from the Latin "flos" meaning "flower." In Roman mythology, Flora was the goddess of flowers, spring, and fertility, honored during the festival of Floralia with games, dancing, and flowers.
How do you pronounce Flora?
Flora is pronounced FLOR-uh. Common variations include Flore, Florrie, Floria.
Is Flora a girl name?
Yes, Flora is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Flo, Florrie, Flossie.