Florence is one of the most popular baby names in the UK, ranked #6 in 2024. With 1,936 babies given this name, your child will likely be the only Florence in their class — but in a school of 600, expect around ~1.0 others.
Origin & Meaning
Latin — Flourishing, prosperous; city of flowers
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UK Rank 2024
#6
US Rank #435
About the Name Florence
2024 marks Florence's peak year in UK records so far, sitting at UK #6. It has been building momentum steadily rather than spiking suddenly. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996. It has featured in the UK top 100 for 17 years, demonstrating solid mainstream recognition.
The name carries Latin roots, where it means "Flourishing, prosperous; city of flowers". Names with strong etymological stories tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles.
Florence is distinctive enough that your child will likely be the only one in both their class and their school — standing out on every register.
In the US it sits at #435 — notably more popular in the UK than across the Atlantic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the name Florence
Probably not in their specific class, but possible. With around 1,936 UK babies named Florence per year, your child will likely be the only Florence in her class. In a school of 600, however, expect to find around ~1.0 others.
Florence has held a stable position around #6 for several years. It reached its recorded peak of #6 in 2024 and has maintained consistent levels since — suggesting lasting rather than trend-driven appeal.
The name Florence has Latin origins and means "Flourishing, prosperous; city of flowers". Names with clear etymological roots tend to age well — they carry weight beyond fashion cycles and give children a story to tell about their name.
Notable people named Florence include: Florence Given — Florence Given is a British illustrator, writer, and influencer.; Florence Cathedral — Florence Cathedral (Italian: Duomo di Firenze), formally the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower (Italian: Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore [katteˈdraːle...; Florence LaRue — Florence LaRue is an American singer and actress, best known as an original member of the 5th Dimension..
Florence appears in the US top 500 at #435 in 2024 — moderately popular in America, though less so than in the UK.
1,936
UK babies named Florence (2024)
~0.1
Expected classmates with this name (class of 28)
~1.0
In a school of 600
↑ 8 places
Rank change (last 5 years)
🏫 Who else is in the room?
In a typical UK class of 28, highlighted children share the name Florence
Likely around 1 other Florence in the class
UK Popularity (1996–2024)
Rank and birth count · ONS official data
US Popularity (2020–2024)
Rank · SSA official data
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