What does the name Fern mean?

The name Fern means "Fern plant".

What is the origin of the name Fern?

Fern is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 184 babies were named Fern in the United States. The name is currently rising in popularity.

Yes, Fern is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 184 ↗

All-Time Total: 32,293

Peak Year: 1918

Fern is derived from the Old English word "fearn," which refers to the plant with feathery leaves. It symbolizes sincerity and fascination.

Girl names closely related to Fern

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Boy names closely related to Fern

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Names with similar meaning to Fern

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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