Florence vs Mary
Florence
Gender: boy
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Flourishing, prosperous
Peak: 1893 (1.43%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Florence | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 1.09% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 1.36% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 1.23% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 1.02% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 0.86% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.50% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.21% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.08% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.04% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.02% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.01% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | - | 0.42% |
| 2000 | - | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Florence or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Florence peaked in 1893 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Florence and Mary mean?
Florence means "Flourishing, prosperous" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".