Meaning and Origin of the Name Flo

The name Flo is short for Florence and is of Latin origin. It is also an alternate form of Flora from Latin culture. The meaning of Flo is a flower and flowering and variously means ’work.’

In Native American culture, Flo means arrow.

Popularity

The popularity of Flo is not in the top 1000 the past few years in England or Wales.

There were fewer than five births noted for the year 2019. The name Florence, however, was on the 100 list for 2019.

Famous People with the Name Flo

Famous people with the name Flo are:

• Florence Griffith Joyner is an American athlete, known also by her nickname Flo-Jo. She is a field and track star who broke the world record in the 100 and 200 M races. The records still stand. Flo has a bubbly personality.
• Flo Morrissey is a famous English singer-songwriter who has toured internationally. She has released two albums, her music based on a rock and roll singer, Sister Rosetta Tharpe.
• Flo Milli is also a young famous songwriter, whose fame came as a rapper from Alabama. She has signed a deal with RCA.
• Flo and Joan are English musical Comedians who are well known and have many credits to their name.

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