The nameFlorentine

Florentine is a girl's name of Latin origin that evokes blooming. It was mostly given in France in the early 20th century.

Meaning

Florentine comes from the Latin florens, "flourishing". It also means "from Florence".

Origin

Latin. The masculine is Florentin.

History

Florentine was mostly given at the very start of the 20th century, then became rare.

Popularity of the name Florentine

Florentine in France

1902peak year (155 births)
4,220babies named Florentine in France since 1900
078155 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Florentine was most popular in France in the 1900s, with 1,385 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Florentine. Half of all babies named Florentine in France were born before 1918, so it is mostly a great-grandparents' generation name.

Florentine in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Florentine mean?

Florentine comes from the Latin florens, "flourishing". It also means "from Florence".

What is the origin of the name Florentine?

Latin. The masculine is Florentin.

Is Florentine a girl's or a boy's name?

Florentine is a girl's name.