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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Flower or blossoming — from Old English blōstm ('flower'), a Victorian-era botanical name
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- BLAH-som
Blossom traces back to the Old English word blōstm, meaning "flower," and was used as a botanical name during the Victorian era. Said BLAH-som, it fits a nature-inspired, free-spirited naming style for a girl. If you're drawn to names with a clear, literal tie to the natural world, this is a straightforward one.
Meaning & Origin of Blossom
Meaning: Flower or blossoming — from Old English blōstm ('flower'), a Victorian-era botanical name.
Origin: Old English.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Blossom
BLAH-somIPA /ˈblɑːsəm/
Popularity of Blossom
Blossom reached its highest popularity in 1925, ranking #727 with 102 girls given the name, and by 2024 had slipped to #1952 with 101 girls — a similar count, a century apart, per Social Security data covering 1882-2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Blossom mean?
Flower or blossoming — from Old English blōstm (‘flower’), a Victorian-era botanical name. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Blossom?
Blossom is pronounced BLAH-som (IPA: /ˈblɑːsəm/).
Is Blossom a popular name right now?
Blossom peaked at #727 in 1925 and is ranked #1952 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1882–2024.)
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