Dahlia
Dahlia is a girl name of Botanical Latin, from a Swedish surname origin, meaning “Dahlia flower”.
| Meaning | Dahlia flower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Botanical Latin, from a Swedish surname |
| Pronunciation | DAL-yuh |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Dahlia
Dahlia is the name of a flower native to Mexico and Central America, named in the eighteenth century in honour of the Swedish botanist Anders Dahl. His surname comes from the Swedish dal, valley, which is why the name is sometimes explained as 'valley'. As a given name it belongs to the family of flower names like Lily and Iris, and it has grown in popularity in recent years.
Is Dahlia a religious name?
Dahlia has no religious background; it is a botanical name. It is sometimes confused with the Hebrew Dalia, which is a separate name.
How popular is Dahlia?
Rising in the United States and Britain in the last decade.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dahlia mean?
Dahlia means 'Dahlia flower'. It is of Botanical Latin, from a Swedish surname origin.
Does Dahlia have a religious meaning?
Dahlia has no religious background; it is a botanical name. It is sometimes confused with the Hebrew Dalia, which is a separate name.
How do you pronounce Dahlia?
Dahlia is pronounced DAL-yuh.
Is Dahlia a boy or girl name?
Dahlia is usually a girl name.