Been active on this quite a lot. Violet is on our shortlist for DD. However I find the popularity a little worrying.
Recently came across Iola meaning 'violet' or 'Violet coloured dawn' which I think it beautiful (especially considering I also like Aurora meaning Goddess of the dawn due to this being our first child and Dawn signalling a new day). However, it turns out to be the name of someone in DP's family.
So good news for people who love Violet, Iola is a nice alternative.
However I am now wondering if there are any other names with colour meanings that you wouldn't immediately be aware of? Or names that are like Iola