Yarrow

“The name of a flowering plant, traditionally associated with healing.” — Associated with nature and floral themes

United Kingdom origin · Unisex name

♂ 24% boys♀ 76% girls

#9712US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

88All-time births

📅 Since 197200

How to pronounce Yarrow

YAH·roh

/ˈjɑ.roʊ/ · stress on YAH · 2 syllables

“The name of a flowering plant, traditionally associated with healing.”

Associated with nature and floral themes · United Kingdom origin

What does Yarrow mean and where does it come from?

Yarrow is derived from the name of the Achillea millefolium plant, known for its medicinal and healing properties. The name has gained modern popularity as a feminine name, often associated with nature and floral themes. Yarrow is symbolic of courage and love in some cultures. It became more prevale

Cultural significance

Yarrow has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in United Kingdom-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the name of a flowering plant, traditionally associated with healing..

Peak popularity

Reached #5556 in 1976 — currently #9712 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Yarrow?

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

Yarrow Grace

How popular is Yarrow right now?

Rising fast — up 4533 spots — currently #9712 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#9712 · Top 7.2%

1975

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9712	8	▲ up 4533 · +60% births
2022	#14245	5	▼ down 6116 · -50% births
2021	#8129	10	▲ up 646 · +67% births
1975	#8775	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Yarrow

Best Year2021Rank #8129

Peak Count10

Average Rank#10215

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1975 - 20234 years

The story of Yarrow

Yarrow is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1972. With 88 total births recorded, Yarrow remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #8775 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9712 in 2023. Yarrow is used for both genders: 76% female and 24% male.

Names that peaked alongside Yarrow in 1976:

Jennifer Amy Melissa Heather Angela

Yarrow by decade

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

Decade	Births
1970s ★	59
1980s	6
1990s	5
2010s	13
2020s	5

💎Yarrow has only 88 total recorded births since 1972 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Yarrow?

Common

YarYaArrow

What names sound and feel like Yarrow?

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

Barrow

English · bere (barley) &

Darrow

American · from the oak

Farrow

American · A beloved name

Jarrow

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Harrow

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Yarrow

What does the name Yarrow mean?

Yarrow means "The name of a flowering plant, traditionally associated with healing." — a name rooted in United Kingdom 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 Yarrow?

Yarrow is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Yarrow have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Yarrow?

Yarrow originates from United Kingdom tradition. United Kingdom 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 Yarrow?

Yarrow is a two-syllable name pronounced Y AA1 R OW0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Yarrow trending right now?

Yarrow is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.