Flor is a name of Latin origin that means "flower". It is often used as a girl's name but can also be given to boys. The name Flor is associated with beauty and grace, much like the flowers it is named after. Throughout history, there have been several notable people named Flor, including Saint Flor, who was a martyr in the early Christian church. However, despite its long history and meaningful symbolism, Flor remains a relatively uncommon name today.
The name Flor has seen a varied trend in popularity over the years in the United States, as reflected by these annual birth statistics.
From 1926 to 1958, there were fewer than 10 births each year with the name Flor. However, starting from 1959, the number of births began to rise steadily. The peak was reached between 1973 and 1975, when there were over 60 births each year.
The trend continued into the 1980s and 1990s, with a significant increase in popularity during this period. Between 1986 and 2000, there were over 100 births each year with the name Flor, with some years even surpassing 200 births.
However, starting from around the year 2005, there was a noticeable decline in the popularity of the name Flor. Between 2005 and 2023, the number of births with this name fluctuated between 72 and 276 each year, indicating that it is no longer as popular as it once was.
Overall, according to these statistics, there have been a total of 7412 births in the United States since 1926 with the name Flor. This name has seen periods of popularity and decline over the years, but its usage remains significant overall.