Acacia
Acacia is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Thorny tree or acacia plant; derived from the Greek word for point or thorn.
Origin and history
Acacia is a feminine name derived from the Greek name for the acacia tree, which originates from the word for thorn or point. In the United States, it remains a relatively rare botanical name choice that has seen steady, low-level usage over the decades. It offers a distinct nature-themed alternative to more common floral names like Rose or Lily.
Popularity in the United States
4,310 babies in the United States have been named Acacia since 1880. It ranks #2681 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1692.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.7 %)
- TX (13.6 %)
- WA (5.7 %)
- OH (5.4 %)
- OR (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 160 |
| 1980-1990 | 513 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,150 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,193 |
| 2010-2019 | 885 |
| 2020-2029 | 409 |
Famous people named Acacia
- Acacia Brinley: influencer, singer
Fun facts
- Acacia wood is specifically identified in the Book of Exodus as the material used to build the sacred Ark of the Covenant.
- In the language of flowers, acacia blossoms traditionally symbolize secret love, purity, and endurance.