FERN
The meaning of the unisex name Fern is
Details on FERN:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Popularity for Girl:
- 2,406th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 12,725th in the USA (top 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
184 births
FERN as a GIRL in 2024
16 births
FERN as a BOY in 2024
The meaning(s) of FERN:
The name Fern is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Fern is: A green plant that loves shade. Fern.
The name Fern is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Fern is: A green plant that loves shade. Fern.
The name Fern is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Fern is: Feather.
USA SSA birth(s) for FERN:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name FERN
FERN as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 184 births |
| 2023 | 156 births |
| 2022 | 148 births |
| 2021 | 141 births |
| 2020 | 135 births |
| 2019 | 108 births |
| 2018 | 127 births |
| 2017 | 86 births |
| 2016 | 87 births |
| 2015 | 86 births |
| 2014 | 65 births |
| 2013 | 46 births |
| 2012 | 45 births |
| 2011 | 34 births |
| 2010 | 33 births |
| 2009 | 26 births |
FERN as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 16 births |
| 2022 | 5 births |
| 1970 | 5 births |
| 1963 | 5 births |
| 1953 | 8 births |
| 1952 | 5 births |
| 1950 | 8 births |
| 1949 | 5 births |
| 1945 | 8 births |
| 1942 | 7 births |
| 1941 | 5 births |
| 1940 | 5 births |
| 1938 | 6 births |
| 1937 | 10 births |
| 1936 | 8 births |
| 1935 | 7 births |
About the name FERN
**Fern**: A name that gently unfurls like the delicate fronds of its namesake plant, "Fern" has roots in Old English, deriving from the word “fearn,” referring to the lush greenery that thrives in shaded woodlands. Symbolically, ferns represent sincerity, magic, and new beginnings, often associated with the mysteries of nature and the enchantment of the forest. In various cultures, the fern holds a special place; in Celtic tradition, it is believed to bring good fortune and protection, while in Victorian England, ferns were prized for their beauty and often featured in floral arrangements that expressed heartfelt sentiments. The name is particularly cherished in English-speaking countries, including the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia, where it evokes a sense of tranquility and connection to the earth. With its soft, soothing sound and rich associations, Fern embodies a spirit of growth, resilience, and the quiet elegance of nature, making it a lovely choice for a child destined to bring joy and harmony to the world around her.
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