Lavender

Meaning of Lavender

Refers to the pale purple flower, known for its fragrance.

Lavender has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Lavender

After ranking as high as #997 in 2024, Lavender has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Lavender

• Lavender Briggs
  British political activist
• Lavender Tessmer
  American artist
• Lavender Darcangelo
  Singer on America's Got Talent
• Lavender Williams
  Activist and organizer
• Lavender Suarez
  Author and musician

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Questions about the name Lavender

What does the name Lavender mean?

Lavender means refers to the pale purple flower, known for its fragrance, and it comes from English origins.

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

Lavender is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Lavender?

Lavender did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Lavender most popular?

Lavender peaked at #997 in 2024.