Magnolia

Meaning: The magnolia flower
Origin: English — Adopted as an English given name in the 1800s

Girl's name · #124 in the US (2025) · Trending

Popularity over time

Magnolia is moving up the charts. First recorded in 1880, it stood at #124 in 2025 — its strongest showing yet; about 23,000 girls have been named Magnolia along the way.

Across the states

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Appears in 2020-2025 birth records of 48 states. See the full state-by-state map on this page.

Around the world

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#473 in Poland (2025) · #1,200 in Sweden (2025) · #2,228 in England & Wales (2025) · #768 in Canada (2024).

Famous Magnolias

Magnolia Antonino — Filipino politician (1915–2010)
Magnolia Howell — Trinidadian sprinter and artist
Magnolia Shorty — American rapper
Magnolia Thunderpussy — American entertainer

In stories & tradition

Magnolia Hawks — Show Boat (musical stage work)

Similar names: Kehlani · Marigold · Cataleya · Alani · Dahlia · Maisie

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