Poppy (given name)

Poppy is a feminine given name derived from the name of the flower "poppy", derived from the Old English popæg and referring to various species of Papaver. The name is rising in popularity in the United Kingdom. It was the 13th most popular name given to baby girls in England and Wales in 2016[1] and was the 43rd most popular name given to baby girls in Scotland.[2] The popularity of the name has been attributed to the naming of Poppy Honey, a daughter of British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver.[3] Australian actress Poppy Montgomery and her sisters were named for the Flower Fairies illustrations by Cicely Mary Barker.

Poppy
The name Poppy is derived from the name of the flower.
PronunciationPop-pee
Genderfemale
Origin
Word/nameEnglish
Meaning"poppy"
Region of originUnited Kingdom

People named Poppy

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Notes

  1. Busby, Mattha (20 September 2017). "Olivia and Oliver were 2016's top baby names in England and Wales". the Guardian.
  2. "British Baby Names". British Baby Names.
  3. Campbell, Mike. "Meaning, origin and history of the name Poppy". Behind the Name.
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