Flower

“a bloom, the reproductive structure found in flowering plants.”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12565US 2023

7Births / yr

↑Rising

90All-time births

📅 Since 197400

How to pronounce Flower

FLOW·er

/ˈflaʊ.ɝ/ · stress on FLOW · 2 syllables

“a bloom, the reproductive structure found in flowering plants.”

English origin · Girl name

What does Flower mean and where does it come from?

The name 'Flower' is derived from Middle English 'flour', which itself comes from Old French 'flor', meaning 'flower'. This name is symbolic of beauty, nature, and fertility. It has gained some popularity as a given name, particularly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in English-speaking cou

Cultural significance

Flower has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a bloom, the reproductive structure found in flowering plants..

Peak popularity

Reached #9968 in 1974 — currently #12565 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Flower?

Flower works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Flower Grace

How popular is Flower right now?

Rising fast — up 1578 spots — currently #12565 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#12565 · Top 9.3%

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2000

2010

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12565	7	▲ up 1578 · +17% births
2022	#14143	6	▼ down 3591 · -33% births
2021	#10552	9	▲ up 6981 · +80% births
2010	#17533	5	▼ down 3801 · -17% births
2000	#13732	6	▲ up 432 · +20% births
1995	#14164	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Flower

Best Year2021Rank #10552

Peak Count9

Average Rank#13782

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20236 years

The story of Flower

Flower is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 90 total births recorded, Flower remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14164 in 1995 to #12565 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Flower in 1974:

Jennifer Amy Michelle Heather Angela

Flower by decade

Flower peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	5
1980s	6
1990s	10
2000s ★	37
2010s	32

💎Flower has only 90 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Flower?

DUTCH

FleuretteFloortje

ENGLISH

FleuretteFloFloellaFlorettaFlorrie

FRENCH

FleuretteFlorette

ANCIENT ROMAN

Florus

What names sound and feel like Flower?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Flower also consider these

Celtic · A Celtic name

Gower

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Dower

Latin · A Latin name

Hower

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

How is Flower written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Flower?

Florus ANCIENT ROMAN Fiore ITALIAN Fiorino ITALIAN Florinus LATE ROMAN Florin ROMANIAN Floriana ANCIENT ROMAN Florianus ANCIENT ROMAN Florijan CROATIAN Florian FRENCH Floriane FRENCH Florianne FRENCH Florian GERMAN Floriana ITALIAN Floriano ITALIAN Florian POLISH

Common questions about the name Flower

What does the name Flower mean?

Flower means "a bloom, the reproductive structure found in flowering plants." — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Flower?

Flower is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Flower?

Flower originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Flower?

Flower is a two-syllable name pronounced F L AW1 ER0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Flower a common or rare name?

Flower is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.