Gardenia: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: g-ahrd-ehn-ee-ah
Origin: American
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Meaning: A variant of the Gardenia flower

Gardenia is a name derived from the Gardenia flower, known for its beauty and fragrance. The name has become popular in recent years, symbolizing elegance and refinement. While it is not as historically significant as Saron, Gardenia has gained popularity due to its association with the lovely flower. The use of Gardenia as a given name has increased over time, particularly in the 21st century, reflecting a growing appreciation for nature-inspired names. Gardenia is derived from the name of the Gardenia flower, which is highly valued for its fragrance and beauty. This floral origin contributes to the name's association with elegance and refinement.

Gardenia Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Gardenia is currently #15784 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Gardenia is currently #8991 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Gardenia is currently #7645 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Gardenia is currently #4317 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Gardenia is currently #8048 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Gardenia is currently #4589 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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