Magnolia

Girl's name

Magnolia is derived from the Latin word "magnus," meaning "great" or "large." It is also the name of a flowering plant.

Meaning Magnolia flower
Origin French
U.S. births in 2023 2,146 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Magnolia Shorty - American rapper and singer.
  • Magnolia Crawford - Drag queen from "RuPaul's Drag Race."
  • Magnolia Smith - Fictional character in "Steel Magnolias" play.
  • Magnolia Hamm - Character in "The Help" novel.
  • Magnolia Blossom - Character in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof."
  • Magnolia Breeland - Character in TV series "Hart of Dixie."
  • Magnolia Steele - Character in "Magnolia Steele Mystery" book series.
  • Magnolia Moon - Character in "Magnolia Moon" book series.
  • Magnolia Grace - Character in "Magnolia Grace" book series.
  • Magnolia Belle - Character in "Magnolia Belle" book series.

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