Magnolia Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Magnolia is often associated with the American South, where the magnolia tree is a common sight, symbolizing Southern hospitality and grace.

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A Deep Dive

Magnolia Overview

Meaning

Magnolia flower, of great excellence

Gender

Girl

Origin

Latin, English

Etymology

Derived from the French botanist Pierre Magnol.

Pronunciation

/mægˈnoʊ.li.ə/

Popularity

Magnolia is appreciated in various countries for its floral association. In the USA, it ranked at 167th for girls in 2023.

Syllable

3 syllables

Length

8 letters

Numerology

9 (Humanitarian, Selfless, Creative)

Name Styles

Nature-inspired, Vintage, Aesthetic

Associated Traits

Elegant, vibrant, delicate, cheerful

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often symbolizes purity, dignity, and beauty, inspired by the magnolia flower.

Name Day

May 5 (France)
A Deep Dive

Magnolia Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Magnolie, Magnola, Magnoli, Magnolina, Magnoliah

Common Nicknames

Maggie, Nola, Lia, Mags, Nolie

Diminutives

Mag, Noli, Lia, Magsie, Maggi

Famous People

  • Magnolia Crawford
    (American Drag Performer)
  • Magnolia Shorty
    (American Rapper)
  • Magnolia Antonino
    (Filipino Politician)
  • Magnolia Thunderpussy
    (American Entertainer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Magnolia"
    (Film)
  • Magnolia Steele
    ("Magnolia Steele Mystery Series," Novel Series)
  • Magnolia Marie
    ("Steel Magnolias," Film)
  • "Magnolia Table"
    (Cookbook)
  • Magnolia Breeland
    ("Hart of Dixie," TV Series)

Places

  • Magnolia City
    (Texas, USA)
  • Magnolia Park
    (Texas, USA)
  • Magnolia River
    (Alabama, USA)
  • Magnolia Ave
    (California, USA)
  • Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
    (South Carolina, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Magnolia?

Magnolia means “magnolia flower,” symbolizing beauty, grace, and perseverance. Magnolias often have a charming and resilient nature, with a unique ability to thrive in various environments.

What Is the Origin of The Name Magnolia?

The name Magnolia originates from the magnolia tree, which was named after French botanist Pierre Magnol. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries, inspired by the flower’s elegance and strength.

Magnolia Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Magnolia in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1402021#1512022#1452023
Top 3 Rankings#1402021#1452023#1512022

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Magnolia

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023145
(+6 from 2022)
1942
(+60 from 2022)
0.11102
2022151
(-11 from 2021)
1882
(-81 from 2021)
0.10496
2021140
(+36 from 2020)
1963
(+344 from 2020)
0.10957
2020176
(+61 from 2019)
1619
(+297 from 2019)
0.09159
2019237
(+77 from 2018)
1322
(+274 from 2018)
0.07205
2018314
(+70 from 2017)
1048
(+233 from 2017)
0.05635
2017384
(+122 from 2016)
815
(+197 from 2016)
0.04314
2016506
(+129 from 2015)
618
(+169 from 2015)
0.03192
2015635
(+188 from 2014)
449
(+113 from 2014)
0.02302
2014823
(+148 from 2013)
336
(+77 from 2013)
0.01718
2013971
(+150 from 2012)
259
(+38 from 2012)
0.01344
20121121
(+122 from 2011)
221
(+29 from 2011)
0.01139
20111243
(+145 from 2010)
192
(+26 from 2010)
0.00991
20101388
(+205 from 2009)
166
(+25 from 2009)
0.00847
20091593
(+10 from 2008)
141
No change from 2008
0.00696
20081603
(+226 from 2007)
141
(+25 from 2007)
0.00677
20071829
(+159 from 2006)
116
(+16 from 2006)
0.00548
20061988
(+390 from 2005)
100
(+26 from 2005)
0.00478
20052378
(+148 from 2004)
74
(+8 from 2004)
0.00365
20042526
(+180 from 2003)
66
(+8 from 2003)
0.00327
20032706
(-292 from 2002)
58
(-8 from 2002)
0.00289
20022414
(-243 from 2001)
66
(-9 from 2001)
0.00334
20012171
(+19 from 2000)
75
(+3 from 2000)
0.00379
20002190
(+1447 from 1999)
72
(+39 from 1999)
0.00361
19993637
(-415 from 1998)
33
(-5 from 1998)
0.00170
19983222
(+494 from 1997)
38
(+8 from 1997)
0.00196
19973716
(-354 from 1996)
30
(-4 from 1996)
0.00157
19963362
(+737 from 1995)
34
(+9 from 1995)
0.00177
19954099
(-395 from 1994)
25
(-4 from 1994)
0.00130
19943704
(+72 from 1993)
29
(+1 from 1993)
0.00149
19933776
(+1274 from 1992)
28
(+9 from 1992)
0.00142
19925050
(-243 from 1991)
19
(-1 from 1991)
0.00095
19914807
(+1028 from 1990)
20
(+5 from 1990)
0.00098
19905835
(-290 from 1989)
15
No change from 1989
0.00073
19895545
(+1564 from 1988)
15
(+5 from 1988)
0.00075
19887109
(-2760 from 1986)
10
(-8 from 1986)
0.00052
19870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19864349
(+3968 from 1985)
18
(+11 from 1985)
0.00098
19858317
(-3839 from 1984)
7
(-9 from 1984)
0.00038
19844478
(+979 from 1983)
16
(+4 from 1983)
0.00089
19835457
(-1810 from 1982)
12
(-10 from 1982)
0.00067
19823647
(+1314 from 1981)
22
(+8 from 1981)
0.00121
19814961
(-634 from 1980)
14
(-3 from 1980)
0.00078
19804327
(+513 from 1979)
17
(+3 from 1979)
0.00095
19794840
(-1644 from 1978)
14
(-10 from 1978)
0.00081
19783196
(+872 from 1977)
24
(+7 from 1977)
0.00146
19774068
(+293 from 1976)
17
(+3 from 1976)
0.00103
19764361
(-587 from 1975)
14
(-3 from 1975)
0.00089
19753774
(+1237 from 1974)
17
(+6 from 1974)
0.00109
19745011
(-1996 from 1973)
11
(-11 from 1973)
0.00070
19733015
(+1286 from 1972)
22
(+9 from 1972)
0.00142
19724301
(+1242 from 1971)
13
(+4 from 1971)
0.00081
19715543
(+274 from 1970)
9
(+1 from 1970)
0.00051
19705817
(-1094 from 1969)
8
(-2 from 1969)
0.00044
19694723
(-501 from 1968)
10
(-1 from 1968)
0.00057
19684222
(-882 from 1967)
11
(-4 from 1967)
0.00064
19673340
(+618 from 1966)
15
(+4 from 1966)
0.00087
19663958
(-1125 from 1965)
11
(-8 from 1965)
0.00063
19652833
(+84 from 1964)
19
No change from 1964
0.00104
19642917
(-53 from 1963)
19
No change from 1963
0.00097
19632864
(+59 from 1962)
19
(+1 from 1962)
0.00096
19622923
(-85 from 1961)
18
(-1 from 1961)
0.00089
19612838
(+849 from 1960)
19
(+7 from 1960)
0.00091
19603687
(+343 from 1959)
12
(+2 from 1959)
0.00058
19594030
(-1771 from 1958)
10
(-15 from 1958)
0.00048
19582259
(+18 from 1957)
25
(+1 from 1957)
0.00121
19572277
(-272 from 1956)
24
(-5 from 1956)
0.00114
19562005
(+58 from 1955)
29
(+2 from 1955)
0.00141
19552063
(+59 from 1954)
27
(+2 from 1954)
0.00135
19542122
(-698 from 1953)
25
(-22 from 1953)
0.00126
19531424
(+357 from 1952)
47
(+16 from 1952)
0.00244
19521781
(-331 from 1951)
31
(-11 from 1951)
0.00163
19511450
(-54 from 1950)
42
(-1 from 1950)
0.00227
19501396
(+13 from 1949)
43
No change from 1949
0.00245
19491409
(-39 from 1948)
43
(-2 from 1948)
0.00245
19481370
(-33 from 1947)
45
(-2 from 1947)
0.00258
19471337
(-129 from 1946)
47
(-4 from 1946)
0.00259
19461208
(-77 from 1945)
51
(+3 from 1945)
0.00316
19451131
(+75 from 1944)
48
(+5 from 1944)
0.00357
19441206
No change from 1943
43
(-2 from 1943)
0.00315
19431206
(-130 from 1942)
45
(-8 from 1942)
0.00314
19421076
(-11 from 1941)
53
(+6 from 1941)
0.00381
19411065
(-257 from 1940)
47
(-30 from 1940)
0.00377
1940808
(+214 from 1939)
77
(+29 from 1939)
0.00652
19391022
(-73 from 1938)
48
(-8 from 1938)
0.00423
1938949
(+32 from 1937)
56
(+5 from 1937)
0.00491
1937981
(-80 from 1936)
51
(-6 from 1936)
0.00463
1936901
(-150 from 1935)
57
(-24 from 1935)
0.00529
1935751
(+197 from 1934)
81
(+28 from 1934)
0.00745
1934948
(-245 from 1933)
53
(-32 from 1933)
0.00490
1933703
(+65 from 1932)
85
(+8 from 1932)
0.00813
1932768
(+50 from 1931)
77
(+8 from 1931)
0.00696
1931818
(-101 from 1930)
69
(-25 from 1930)
0.00625
1930717
(+92 from 1929)
94
(+18 from 1929)
0.00806
1929809
(-106 from 1928)
76
(-24 from 1928)
0.00657
1928703
(-39 from 1927)
100
(-17 from 1927)
0.00836
1927664
(+110 from 1926)
117
(+30 from 1926)
0.00946
1926774
(-115 from 1925)
87
(-38 from 1925)
0.00707
1925659
(+17 from 1924)
125
(+4 from 1924)
0.00990
1924676
(-18 from 1923)
121
(-6 from 1923)
0.00934
1923658
(-72 from 1922)
127
(-23 from 1922)
0.01014
1922586
(+3 from 1921)
150
(-1 from 1921)
0.01202
1921589
(+51 from 1920)
151
(+24 from 1920)
0.01180
1920640
(-36 from 1919)
127
(-9 from 1919)
0.01021
1919604
(-14 from 1918)
136
(-10 from 1918)
0.01158
1918590
(+87 from 1917)
146
(+44 from 1917)
0.01214
1917677
(-91 from 1916)
102
(-29 from 1916)
0.00908
1916586
(+7 from 1915)
131
(+11 from 1915)
0.01207
1915593
(-71 from 1914)
120
(+5 from 1914)
0.01172
1914522
(+16 from 1913)
115
(+26 from 1913)
0.01444
1913538
(-72 from 1912)
89
(-15 from 1912)
0.01359
1912466
(+17 from 1911)
104
(+31 from 1911)
0.01773
1911483
(-51 from 1910)
73
(-12 from 1910)
0.01652
1910432
(-14 from 1909)
85
(+8 from 1909)
0.02026
1909418
(+4 from 1908)
77
(+4 from 1908)
0.02092
1908422
(+150 from 1907)
73
(+32 from 1907)
0.02059
1907572
(-44 from 1906)
41
(-2 from 1906)
0.01215
1906528
(-38 from 1905)
43
(-4 from 1905)
0.01372
1905490
(+19 from 1904)
47
(+5 from 1904)
0.01517
1904509
(-39 from 1903)
42
(-4 from 1903)
0.01436
1903470
(-16 from 1902)
46
(-2 from 1902)
0.01654
1902454
(+293 from 1901)
48
(+29 from 1901)
0.01712
1901747
(-231 from 1900)
19
(-24 from 1900)
0.00747
1900516
(+164 from 1899)
43
(+22 from 1899)
0.01353
1899680
(-30 from 1898)
21
(-4 from 1898)
0.00849
1898650
(-83 from 1897)
25
(-3 from 1897)
0.00912
1897567
(+54 from 1896)
28
(+3 from 1896)
0.01128
1896621
(-91 from 1895)
25
(-6 from 1895)
0.00992
1895530
(+214 from 1894)
31
(+15 from 1894)
0.01255
1894744
(-150 from 1893)
16
(-7 from 1893)
0.00678
1893594
(+202 from 1892)
23
(+9 from 1892)
0.01021
1892796
(-101 from 1891)
14
(-1 from 1891)
0.00622
1891695
(+245 from 1890)
15
(+6 from 1890)
0.00763
1890940
(-320 from 1889)
9
(-8 from 1889)
0.00446
1889620
(+70 from 1888)
17
(+3 from 1888)
0.00898
1888690
(+43 from 1887)
14
(+4 from 1887)
0.00739
1887733
(-161 from 1886)
10
(-5 from 1886)
0.00643
1886572
(+349 from 1885)
15
(+9 from 1885)
0.00976
1885921
(-128 from 1884)
6
(-2 from 1884)
0.00423
1884793
(-101 from 1883)
8
No change from 1883
0.00581
1883692
(+48 from 1882)
8
(+1 from 1882)
0.00666
1882740
(-249 from 1881)
7
(-5 from 1881)
0.00605
1881491
(+137 from 1880)
12
(+4 from 1880)
0.01214
1880628
First SSA data recorded
8
First SSA data recorded
0.00820

American States Popularity Rankings for Magnolia

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2072021#1952022#2582023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#2812021#3402022#3452023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1152021#1172022#722023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#682021#582022#802023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#882021#662022#682023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#612021#522022#552023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1592021#1462022#1482023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#852021#772022#562023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#962021#1342022#1222023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1002021#842022#902023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#332021#522022#632023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#882021#802022#682023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#972021#872022#962023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#4322021#4692022#3292023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1982021#1602022#2322023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#1102021#1782022#1392023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#862021#1152022#972023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2332021#2162022#2382023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#932021#762022#502023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#1662021#1952022#1152023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#582021#792022#642023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#932021#792022#1202023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1112021#1782022#2192023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#622021#1132022#612023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#1612021#1932022#2282023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#1822021#1512022#1452023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#2072021#2302022#1712023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2782021#2492022#2772023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#2842021#3002022#5692023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3572021#4252022#3152023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2712021#3192022#2902023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#1382021#2002022#1462023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#2622021#1462022#2212023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#1292021#1492022#1712023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#1152021#972022#402023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#2162021#2372022#4422023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1082021#2332022#1532023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#402021#1662022#2332023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#2842021#3452022#1982023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1742021#2032022#1302023

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1472020#1212022#1132023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1462020#1922021#2402023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#3822019#2962020#2972023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1622019#2042021#1202023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#442021#592022

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#972020#1032023

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#722021#682023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1471924#2882014

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1452023

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1672019

Popularity Rankings for Magnolia in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#6222021#6822022#3692023

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#7292013#5992014#4962018

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Magnolia a Name for Boys or Girls?

Magnolia is meant for girls. Its floral origin and graceful sound make it a popular pick for parents seeking a name that conveys natural elegance and strength.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Magnolia

Magnolia in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Magnolia Crawford (Drag Performer, born 1985): An American drag queen and reality TV star who appeared on "RuPaul's Drag Race."
  • Magnolia Shorty (Rapper, 1982–2010): An American rapper from New Orleans, known for her contributions to bounce music.
  • Magnolia Antonino (Politician, 1915–2010): A Filipino politician who served as a senator in the Philippines.
  • Magnolia Thunderpussy (Entertainer, 1939–1996): An American cabaret singer and business owner, celebrated for her performances and the record store she founded.
  • Magnolia ("Magnolia," 1999 Film): A drama film interweaving multiple characters' lives in the San Fernando Valley.
  • Magnolia Steele ("Magnolia Steele Mystery Series," 2016 Novel Series): A former actress turned amateur detective.
  • Magnolia Marie ("Steel Magnolias," 1989 Film): A character in this classic film about the lives of women in a small Louisiana town.
  • "Magnolia Table" (2018 Cookbook): A cookbook by Joanna Gaines filled with family recipes and stories.
  • Magnolia Breeland ("Hart of Dixie," 2011 TV Series): A young, spoiled Southern belle in this charming small-town series.
  • "Magnolia" (2003 Song): A song by the band The Pineapple Thief.
  • Magnolia ("Magnolia: A Journal of Women," 2014 Magazine): A magazine focusing on women's stories and achievements.
  • "Magnolia City" (2014 Novel): A historical novel set in Houston, Texas, during the 1920s.
  • Magnolia City (Texas, USA): A small city in Texas offering a blend of rural charm and suburban convenience.
  • Magnolia Park (Texas, USA): A historic park in Houston featuring green spaces, playgrounds, and community events.
  • Magnolia River (Alabama, USA): A scenic river in Alabama, popular for kayaking and wildlife observation.
  • Magnolia Avenue (California, USA): A vibrant street in Los Angeles lined with shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
  • Magnolia Cemetery (South Carolina, USA): A historic cemetery in Charleston with beautiful landscaping and notable burials.
  • Magnolia Plantation and Gardens (South Carolina, USA): One of the oldest plantations in the South, featuring stunning gardens and historic tours.
  • Magnolia Springs State Park (Georgia, USA): A state park in Georgia featuring a crystal-clear spring, hiking trails, and camping facilities.

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