Girl
Latin
2 syllables
Flora
FLOR-ah
/ˈflɔːrə/
"The flowering one" — a name of classical Roman beauty, botanical grace, and perennial spring
Flora is the Roman goddess of flowers and spring, and one of the most purely beautiful names in the classical tradition. Derived from the Latin flos meaning 'flower,' Flora is both a name of divine mythological status and a simple, earthy celebration of blooming nature. After being fashionable in the Victorian era, it declined through the mid-20th century and is now enjoying a strong revival as parents rediscover its combination of classical pedigree, botanical freshness, and effortless elegance. Flora feels simultaneously ancient and springtime-fresh.
Quick Facts
Letters5
SyllablesFlo · ra
GenderGirl
OriginLatin
Root WordFlos / Flora
MeaningFlower, blooming
PopularityPopular
Peak Year1900
Trend
↑ Rising
Name DayApril 24
Nicknames
FloFlossy
About the Name Flora
Flora means 'flower' or 'blooming,' from the Latin flos (genitive floris) meaning flower. In Roman mythology, Flora was the goddess of flowers, spring, and fertility, worshipped at the ancient festival of Floralia. As a name, Flora carries the entire symbolic richness of flowers: beauty, transience, renewal, and the irrepressible return of life each spring.
Yes, Flora is directly taken from Roman mythology. The goddess Flora presided over flowers, the season of spring, and the blossoming of plants and crops. Her festival, the Floralia, was celebrated in late April and early May with flowers, theatrical performances, and games. The tradition of May Day celebrations across Europe traces back to this ancient festival.
Flora is associated with warmth, natural beauty, and a gentle, nurturing spirit. People named Flora tend to be seen as creative and warm-hearted, with a love of nature and beauty in all its forms. The name suggests someone who brings brightness and freshness wherever she goes, like flowers appearing after a long winter.
Flora has been experiencing a strong revival over the past decade, particularly in the United Kingdom where it is now in the top 100 and climbing. In the United States it is in the Popular tier and rising. Parents are drawn to its combination of classical mythology, botanical beauty, Victorian heritage, and the fashionable short-vowel ending that also appears in Emma, Stella, and Clara.
Flora's two open syllables pair beautifully with a wide range of middles. Lovely options include Flora Rose, Flora Grace, Flora Elise, Flora Violet, and Flora Pearl. The name's classical character suits elegant middles like Flora Beatrice or Flora Celeste, while botanical middles like Flora Iris or Flora Wren create a beautiful natural theme.
Flora and Florence share the same Latin root flos (flower), but they developed as distinct names. Florence derives from the Latin Florentia, meaning 'flourishing' or 'of the city of Florence' (the Italian city was itself named for its flowers). Flora is the more direct botanical form — the goddess's name itself. Both are lovely, but Flora is shorter and more ancient-feeling, while Florence has a Victorian humanitarian association through Florence Nightingale.
Personality of Flora
Perceived character traits commonly associated with people named Flora
Creativity
84%
Elegance
86%
Independence
74%
Intelligence
80%
Strength
68%
Warmth
88%
Famous People Named Flora
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Flora (Roman mythology)
Goddess of flowers, spring, and fertility, worshipped at the Floralia festival in April
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Flora MacDonald
Scottish Jacobite heroine who helped Bonnie Prince Charlie escape after Culloden
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Flora Robson
British actress of the 20th century, known for Queen Elizabeth I roles
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Flora (Sleeping Beauty)
One of the three good fairies in Disney's Sleeping Beauty
Middle Names for Flora
Beautiful combinations that flow well with Flora
Flora Rose
Flora Grace
Flora Elise
Flora Violet
Flora Pearl
Flora Celeste
Flora Maeve
Flora Beatrice
Flora Claire
Flora Wren
Flora Iris
Flora June
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History of Flora
240 BCE
Flora, goddess of flowers, worshipped in Rome; her festival Floralia celebrated with flowers and games
1746
Flora MacDonald helps Bonnie Prince Charlie escape, becoming a Scottish national heroine
1900
Flora among the top 50 girl names in the United States, at its Victorian peak
2010
Flora begins a strong revival in the UK, where it enters the top 100 and continues climbing
Numerology & Symbolism of Flora
7
Destiny Number
Sum of all letters
7
Soul Urge
Sum of vowels
♍
Zodiac Affinity
Taurus
6
Lucky Number
Personal power digit
🎨
Lucky Color
Spring Pink
💎
Lucky Stone
Pink Tourmaline
🌸
Lucky Flower
Wildflower Meadow
Flora Around the World
How Flora is written in different languages and scripts
فلورا
Arabic
フローラ
Japanese
Флора
Russian
플로라
Korean
弗洛拉
Chinese
Φλώρα
Greek
फ्लोरा
Hindi
פלורה
Hebrew
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