Girl
Viola
violet flower
About Viola
This sophisticated name carries an air of classical elegance and artistic sensibility. Parents drawn to Viola often appreciate its connection to music, literature, and nature. The name possesses a gentle strength, neither too common nor too unusual, making it memorable without being difficult. Viola works beautifully across cultures and languages, maintaining its grace in various settings. It ages wonderfully from childhood through adulthood, suiting a curious toddler as well as a distinguished professional. The vintage charm of Viola has experienced a quiet resurgence among parents seeking timeless alternatives to trendy choices. Its literary associations and musical heritage provide rich conversation starters throughout life.
Popularity of the Name Viola
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #94 | |||
| 1881 | #92 | |||
| 1882 | #83 | |||
| 1883 | #83 | |||
| 1884 | #82 | |||
| 1885 | #88 | |||
| 1886 | #77 | |||
| 1887 | #80 | |||
| 1888 | #74 | |||
| 1889 | #76 | |||
| 1890 | #68 | |||
| 1891 | #73 | |||
| 1892 | #66 | |||
| 1893 | #66 | |||
| 1894 | #65 | |||
| 1895 | #63 | |||
| 1896 | #62 | |||
| 1897 | #58 | |||
| 1898 | #53 | |||
| 1899 | #50 | |||
| 1900 | #49 | |||
| 1901 | #47 | |||
| 1902 | #48 | |||
| 1903 | #44 | |||
| 1904 | #46 | |||
| 1905 | #44 | |||
| 1906 | #47 | |||
| 1907 | #47 | |||
| 1908 | #42 | |||
| 1909 | #46 | |||
| 1910 | #48 | |||
| 1911 | #47 | |||
| 1912 | #52 | |||
| 1913 | #52 | |||
| 1914 | #57 | |||
| 1915 | #59 | |||
| 1916 | #59 | |||
| 1917 | #59 | |||
| 1918 | #59 | |||
| 1919 | #58 | |||
| 1920 | #59 | |||
| 1921 | #66 | |||
| 1922 | #72 | |||
| 1923 | #79 | |||
| 1924 | #82 | |||
| 1925 | #84 | |||
| 1926 | #97 | |||
| 1927 | #101 | |||
| 1928 | #103 | |||
| 1929 | #109 | |||
| 1930 | #116 | |||
| 1931 | #127 | |||
| 1932 | #136 | |||
| 1933 | #138 | |||
| 1934 | #142 | |||
| 1935 | #152 | |||
| 1936 | #165 | |||
| 1937 | #175 | |||
| 1938 | #187 | |||
| 1939 | #187 | |||
| 1940 | #190 | |||
| 1941 | #202 | |||
| 1942 | #213 | |||
| 1943 | #220 | |||
| 1944 | #234 | |||
| 1945 | #242 | |||
| 1946 | #257 | |||
| 1947 | #270 | |||
| 1948 | #284 | |||
| 1949 | #296 | |||
| 1950 | #311 | |||
| 1951 | #313 | |||
| 1952 | #322 | |||
| 1953 | #356 | |||
| 1954 | #361 | |||
| 1955 | #386 | |||
| 1956 | #389 | |||
| 1957 | #444 | |||
| 1958 | #448 | |||
| 1959 | #481 | |||
| 1960 | #474 | |||
| 1961 | #475 | |||
| 1962 | #548 | |||
| 1963 | #556 | |||
| 1964 | #576 | |||
| 1965 | #617 | |||
| 1966 | #682 | |||
| 1967 | #679 | |||
| 1968 | #788 | |||
| 1969 | #896 | |||
| 1970 | #883 | |||
| 1971 | #979 | |||
| 1972 | #957 | |||
| 2017 | #914 | #851 | ||
| 2018 | #773 | #853 | ||
| 2020 | #905 | #781 | ||
| 2023 | #859 | |||
| 2024 | #955 | |||
| 2005 | #855 | |||
| 2012 | #881 | |||
| 2015 | #925 | |||
| 2019 | #915 | |||
| 2021 | #891 | |||
| 2022 | #734 | |||
| 2025 | #997 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Viola
Names Similar to Viola
Nicknames for Viola
- Vi
- Vio
- Vee
- Ola
Famous People Named Viola
| Viola Davis | Academy Award-winning actress |
| Viola Desmond | Canadian civil rights activist |
| Viola Liuzzo | Civil rights activist in the United States |
| Viola Gregg Liuzzo | American civil rights martyr |
| Viola Irene Desmond | Canadian businesswoman and activist |
| Viola Smith | American drummer and one of the first professional female drummers |
| Viola Spolin | Pioneer of improvisational theater |
| Viola Dana | American silent film actress |
| Viola Allen | American actress and suffragist |
| Viola Shafik | Egyptian-German filmmaker and writer |
| Viola Lawrence | American film editor |
| Viola Burley Leak | African-American painter and arts educator |
| Viola Emily Vaughn | American mathematician and educator |
| Viola Fletcher | Oldest survivor of the Tulsa race massacre |
| Viola Herms Drath | German-American journalist and author |
| Viola Newton | Australian artist and feminist |
Characters Named Viola
| Viola Hastings | Character in the book "Twelfth Night" by William Shakespeare |
| Viola Swamp | Character in the book "Miss Nelson Is Missing!" by Harry Allard |
| Viola Davis | Character in the TV show "How to Get Away with Murder" |
| Viola De Lesseps | Character in the movie "Shakespeare in Love" |
| Viola Lilliput | Character in the TV show "Roobarb" |
| Viola Johnson | Character in the movie "She's the Man" |