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Solid line = floor (spellings that unambiguously belong to the group). Shaded band up to the dashed edge = ceiling (the most it could reach if every ambiguous spelling counted here).
Violet
Violet is one of the fastest-rising names in America right now — a comeback after years of decline. All-time it's been given to 192,248 U.S. babies, the 71st most common name by sound today, peaking at 7,844 in 2025, with 7,844 in 2025.
By sound, Violet also includes the spellings Violette.
Rising
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, “National data” baby-names files (1880–2025).