Viollet

Viollet is a delicate feminine name with French origins, derived from 'violet,' referring to the purple flower and color. It can be considered a diminutive or variant spelling of Violet. The name carries connotations of daintiness, elegance, and natural beauty. Historically, Viollet may have functioned as a surname, as exemplified by French architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc. As a given name, Viollet offers a subtle twist on the more common Violet, which has experienced growing popularity in English-speaking countries. The name evokes Victorian sensibilities while maintaining a sweet, graceful quality that feels simultaneously vintage and fresh.

Pronounced vee-oh-LAY.