Floris is a unisex given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'flos', meaning 'flower'. It has been used historically as both a masculine and feminine name, though its usage varies by region. The name Floris was popularized in the Netherlands through the character Floris V, a legendary 13th-century count of Holland who fought against the oppression of his people.
The name Floris experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak during World War I. From 1904 to 1928, there were consistently between 8 and 32 births per year, with a significant increase from 1915 onwards. However, post-WWII saw a decline in popularity, with fewer than 10 births each year from 1944 onwards, reaching as low as 5 births in certain years like 1945 and 1957. Overall, the name Floris has had 669 recorded births between 1904 and 1957.