Magnolia: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced mag-NOH-lee-uh · 4 syllables
Magnolia means “the magnolia flower”, from Latin and French.
A given name from English, one of the less common flower names invented in the 19th century.
- Meaning
- the magnolia flower
- Origin
- Latin, French
- Pronunciation
- mag-NOH-lee-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #124
- US babies a year
- about 2,038 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising, Nature
How popular is Magnolia?
Magnolia was the #124 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,233 babies. It’s rising: up 599% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #124 |
| Canada | #878 |
| Australia | #239 |
How old are people named Magnolia?
Half of US adults named Magnolia are older than 35; most are between 18 and 87. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Magnolia
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Aurelia
- Adelaide
- Cordelia
- Violet
- Clementine
- Olive
- Luna
- Elodie
- Stella
- Eloise
- Nova
- Eleanor
- Ophelia
- Emelia
- Zelia
- Junia
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Questions about Magnolia
What does the name Magnolia mean?
Magnolia means “the magnolia flower”. It comes from Latin and French.
How do you pronounce Magnolia?
Magnolia is pronounced mag-NOH-lee-uh.
How popular is the name Magnolia?
Magnolia was the #124 name in the US in 2025, given to 2,233 babies. It’s rising: up 599% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Magnolia?
Half of US adults named Magnolia are older than 35. Most are between 18 and 87.