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Names meaning "flower" appear across multiple cultural traditions — from ancient Hebrew and Greek to modern English coinages. Each carries this meaning in a distinct cultural context.
Names meaning "flower" — key facts
- 1,348 names contain the meaning "flower"
- 177 gender-specific names, plus 39 gender-neutral
- Names meaning "flower" appear in Hebrew, Latin, Greek, Arabic, and Sanskrit traditions
- Meaning-based name searches have grown 45% year-over-year as parents seek intentional names
Girl Names Meaning "Flower"
1252 girl names with this meaning
#16
From the English word violet for the purple flower, ultimately derived from Latin viola. It was common in Scotland from the 16th century, and it came into general use as an English given name during the 19th century.
#110
Simply from the English word for the white flower, ultimately derived from Old English dægeseage meaning "day eye".
#114
Perhaps intended to be a feminine form of SAMUEL, using the name suffix antha (possibly inspired by Greek ανθος (anthos) "flower").
#191
From the English word for the climbing plant with fragrant flowers which is used for making perfumes. It is derived from Persian یاسمن (yasamen) (which is also a Persian name).
#334
Variant of ALICIA. The spelling has probably been influenced by that of the alyssum flower, the name of which is derived from Greek α (a), a negative prefix, combined with λυσσα (lyssa) "madness, rabies", since it was be…
#415
Arabic and Persian form of MARIA. In Iran it is also the name of a flower, the tuberose, which is named after the Virgin Mary.
#445
A variant of the name 'Dahlia', refers to a flower.; It often embodies notions of brightness or shining.
#502
Derived from 'Iris', meaning 'rainbow', combined with a suffix indicating belonging or femininity; In reference to the Iris flower, which symbolizes hope and faith
#529
A variation of Jasmine, which refers to the flower known for its fragrant and beautiful flowers.; Derived from 'Yasmin' (ياسمين), which also means 'jasmine flower.'
#593
A unique name possibly derived from the English words related to 'may' or 'mayflower', suggesting notions of beauty or spring.
#667
a modern name possibly combining elements associated with 'flower' and 'beauty.'; a unique name with no traditional root, embodies creativity and individuality.
#677
Derived from 'Narcissus', referring to a flower and also meaning 'to be numb' or 'to be faint'.
Boy Names Meaning "Flower"
57 boy names with this meaning
#174
From the Semitic Adonai, which means "lord". In Greek myth Adonis was a handsome young shepherd killed while hunting a wild boar. The anemone flower is said to have sprung from his blood.
#1566
Floryan is derived from 'Florianus', meaning 'flowering' or 'blossoming', symbolizing nature and growth.; The name is connected to Saint Florian, a patron saint of firemen, which adds a historical significance in Poland.
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Italian, Spanish and Portuguese form of NARCISSUS. This is also the word for the narcissus flower in those languages.
Unisex Names Meaning "Flower"
39 gender-neutral names with this meaning
#1376
From the English word for the type of flower, derived ultimately from Latin iuncus "reed".
#1891
Refers to the scent of the flower, particularly the jasmine flower.; Another interpretation suggests it relates to a feeling of warmth or kindness.
#9574
derived from 'rose', meaning flower; typically signifies elegance or beauty associated with roses
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