Fern: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Named for the ancient woodland plant, a name with quiet green beauty and deep roots.
Fern as a Girl Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #162
- Peak
- #152 in 1916
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Fern Means
Fern is a girl name of English origin. Named for the ancient woodland plant, a name with quiet green beauty and deep roots.
How Popular Fern Is
Fern currently ranks #162 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #152 in 1916. It is rising.
Good to Know About Fern
- Fern Arable from Charlotte's Web is one of children's literature's sweetest heroines.
- Ferns are among the oldest plants on earth, dating back over 360 million years.
- A short, strong nature name that feels both earthy and sophisticated.
Fern as a Unisex Name
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #4953
- Peak
- #710 in 1903
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Fern Means
Fern is a unisex name of English origin. A delicate woodland plant, graceful and resilient.
How Popular Fern Is
Fern currently ranks #4953 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #710 in 1903.
Good to Know About Fern
- At its most popular, Fern reached #710 in the U.S. in 1903.
- Fern is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Fern
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Fern
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Fern.
Questions About Fern
What does Fern mean?
Fern is a girl name of English origin. Named for the ancient woodland plant, a name with quiet green beauty and deep roots.
How popular is Fern?
Fern currently ranks #162 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #152 in 1916. It is rising.
Where does Fern come from?
Fern comes from English roots. Fern Arable from Charlotte's Web is one of children's literature's sweetest heroines.
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