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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Name of the magnolia flower, adopted as an English given name in the 19th century
- Origin
- English (flower name)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- mag-NOHL-yah
Magnolia comes straight from the flower itself, entering use as an English given name in the 19th century. It's pronounced mag-NOHL-yah, and it sits comfortably among names with a nature-inspired, classic feel. There's no hidden meaning to look for here — the name is exactly what it sounds like.
Meaning & Origin of Magnolia
Meaning: Name of the magnolia flower, adopted as an English given name in the 19th century.
Origin: English (flower name).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Magnolia
mag-NOHL-yahIPA /mæɡˈnoʊljə/
Popularity of Magnolia
In 2024, 2,146 girls were named Magnolia, putting it at #138 nationally — its highest rank in SSA records that go back to 1880.
Names Like Magnolia
These names share Magnolia’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Magnolia mean?
Name of the magnolia flower, adopted as an English given name in the 19th century. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Magnolia?
Magnolia is pronounced mag-NOHL-yah (IPA: /mæɡˈnoʊljə/).
Is Magnolia a popular name right now?
Magnolia is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #138 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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