Bloom

At a Glance: Name: Bloom – Meaning: as a modern given name, generally taken from the plain English word 'bloom' (flower, to flourish) – Origin: English/Dutch/Yiddish (surname) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: BLOOM

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Bloom is a nature-inspired name that works for a boy or girl, taken directly from the English word for a flower or the act of flourishing. It also has a history as a surname in English, Dutch, and Yiddish traditions. Pronounced simply as BLOOM, it suits parents drawn to a free-spirited, minimalist, outdoorsy feel.

Meaning & Origin of Bloom

Meaning: As a modern given name, generally taken from the plain english word 'bloom' (flower, to flourish).

Origin: English/Dutch/Yiddish (surname).

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Bloom

Phonetic: BLOOM   IPA: /ˈbluːm/

Popularity of Bloom

Bloom remains rare, ranking #3077 in 2024 with 52 babies given the name, just below its recent high of #2756 in 2023 with 62 babies.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 2019–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Bloom mean?

As a modern given name, generally taken from the plain english word ‘bloom’ (flower, to flourish). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Bloom)

How do you pronounce Bloom?

Bloom is pronounced BLOOM (IPA: /ˈbluːm/).

Is Bloom a popular name right now?

Bloom is near its all-time peak (#2756 in 2023), ranked #3077 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 2019–2024.)

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