Poppy
Poppy is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Red flower; poppy.
Origin and history
Poppy is a botanical name derived from the Old English word 'popæg', which traces back to the Latin 'papaver' for the red flowering plant. Long popular in the United Kingdom, it has seen a rapid rise in U.S. usage since the 2010s. It offers a playful, vibrant alternative to classic floral names like Rose or Lily.
Popularity in the United States
9,541 babies in the United States have been named Poppy since 1880. It ranks #1702 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #343.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.2 %)
- TX (8 %)
- NY (6 %)
- WA (4.1 %)
- OH (3.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 7 |
| 1920-1930 | 36 |
| 1930-1940 | 13 |
| 1940-1950 | 17 |
| 1950-1960 | 57 |
| 1960-1970 | 52 |
| 1970-1980 | 334 |
| 1980-1990 | 34 |
| 1990-2000 | 11 |
| 2000-2010 | 412 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,080 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,488 |
Famous people named Poppy
- Poppy Montgomery: Actress
- Poppy Delevingne: Model, Socialite
Fun facts
- The red poppy flower has served as a symbol of remembrance for fallen soldiers since World War I.
- Poppy has been a top 20 name for girls in England and Wales for decades before rising rapidly in the U.S.