Blossom

At a Glance: Name: Blossom – Meaning: flower or blossoming — from Old English blōstm ('flower'), a Victorian-era botanical name – Origin: Old English – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: BLAH-som

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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

Phonetic: BLAH-som   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 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, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Blossom)

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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