Dahlia
da(h)-lia
US Popularity:599
Origin:Swedish
Meaning:valley; Dahl's flower
Dahlia is a baby girl name of mixed origins. Most commonly derived from the Swedish word dal, Dahlia directly translates to “valley.” While this meaning may conjure images of breathtaking mountains and sloping hills, Dahlia also has British roots and means “Dahl’s flower.” If you’re a fan of blossoming blooms, you’ll recognize dahlias as round, vibrant florals that wave to the world as the wind blows. With a name like Dahlia, baby is sure to flow freely and beautifully through life.
Dahlia Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Dahlia is currently #799 on The Bump
Girl:Dahlia is currently #357 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Dahlia is currently #599 in U.S. births
Girl:Dahlia is currently #211 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#599
in 2022
+ 43
from 2021
Sources
Ancestry, Dahl Family History
Britannica, dahlia, plant, October 2023
WordSense, Dahlia
WordSense, dahlia
WordSense, Dahl
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