English

Magnolia

Pronounced mag-NOH-lee-uhShare

Meaning: Magnolia flower

  • Girl
  • Familiar
  • 4 syllables

The story

Magnolia is a flower name whose botanical name honors Pierre Magnol. The full form feels expansive, with Maggie or Nola available as informal short forms.

Nicknames

  • Maggie
  • Nola

Popularity

Familiar

In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.

Similar position in the latest US rankings

Style

Origins

Magnolia comes from English.

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