Florence

Meaning: (Flowering, In Bloom, Charming, Blossoming, Modern use is almost entirely inspired by the fame of Florence Nightingale, who was actually named for the Italian city where she was born. The name was popular in the Victorian era. From the Latin name Florentius or the feminine form Florentia, which were derived from florens "prosperous, flourishing". Florentius was borne by many early Christian saints, and it was occasionally used in their honour through the Middle Ages. In modern times it is mostly feminine.
The name can also be given in reference to the city in Italy, as in the case of Florence Nightingale (1820-1910). She was a nurse in British hospitals during the Crimean War and is usually considered the founder of modern nursing. )

Origin: (Latin, English, French, Italian)

Pronunciation: (FLOR-ens (English), FLAWR-ənts (English), flo-RAWNS (French))

Gender: Female possibly Uni-Sex as well.

I liked Italy and Florence is said to be a beautiful lively city. It's orange roofs Terra Cotta I think are the most icon when you think of the city. As a name Florence Nightingale is the most notable bearer of the name. So I think using the name Florence as a name is a good idea. I can see a strong independent character with this name.