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Sunflower

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"The Sun Flower"

An English nature word-name referencing the plant, used rarely as a given name and carrying symbolic rather than etymological meaning.

Themes:wordnamenatureraresymbolic
CelestialCosmicNatureNaturalUniqueRare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Sunflower

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9455Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Sunflower did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Sunflower Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Sunflower.

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Sunie
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suny
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sie
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so
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wery
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Baby Name Lists That Include Sunflower

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Sunflower mean?
Sunflower means "The Sun Flower". An English nature word-name referencing the plant, used rarely as a given name and carrying symbolic rather than etymolo
What is the origin of Sunflower?
Sunflower is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Sunflower?
According to the latest SSA data, Sunflower is currently ranked #9455 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Sunflower a girl name?
Sunflower is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Sunflower?
Popular nicknames for Sunflower include Sunie, Sunf, suny, sunf, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Sunflower?
There are many names similar to Sunflower in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish
Syllables3
Length9 letters
US Rank#9455
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withS

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