Violeta
Violeta is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning “Violet flower”, pronounced vee-oh-LEH-tah. It ranked #641 in the United States in 2025, given to 451 babies, and peaked at #641 in 2025. Common nicknames: Vio, Leta, Vi.
How popular is Violeta 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 Violeta mean, and where does it come from?
Violeta is the Spanish, Romanian and Slavic form of Violet, from the Latin viola. Two women give it weight in Latin America: Violeta Parra, the Chilean songwriter who collected folk music across the country and wrote Gracias a la Vida, and Violeta Chamorro, who became the first woman elected president in the Americas when she won Nicaragua's 1990 election. American records hold the name from 1918; it entered the top thousand in 1985 and reached its highest position in 2025.
How is Violeta used around the world?
Violeta is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 7+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Violeta?
Famous People Named Violeta
- Violeta Parra — Chilean singer, songwriter and folklorist
- Violeta Chamorro — President of Nicaragua
- Violeta Urmana — Lithuanian opera singer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Violeta mean?
Violeta is a girl name of Spanish origin meaning "Violet flower." Violeta is the Spanish, Romanian and Slavic form of Violet, from the Latin viola. Two women give it weight in Latin America: Violeta Parra, the Chilean songwriter who collected folk music across the country and wrote Gracias a la Vida, and Violeta Chamorro, who became the first woman elected president in the Americas when she won Nicaragua's 1990 election.
How do you pronounce Violeta?
Violeta is pronounced vee-oh-LEH-tah. Common variations include Violet, Viola, Violetta.
Is Violeta a girl name?
Yes, Violeta is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Vio, Leta, Vi.