Poppy

Meaning of Poppy

Poppy is named after the flower, known for its bright color and association with sleep and remembrance.

Poppy has Latin roots — browse every Latin baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Poppy

Poppy is climbing again, up to #292 in 2025 from #338 in 2024 after peaking at #289 in 2023.

Notable people named Poppy

• Poppy Delevingne
  English model and actress
• Poppy Montgomery
  Australian-American actress
• Poppy Drayton
  English actress
• Poppy Cook
  British chef and author
• Poppy King
  Australian businesswoman (lipstick)

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Questions about the name Poppy

What does the name Poppy mean?

Poppy means poppy is named after the flower, known for its bright color and association with sleep and remembrance, and it comes from Latin origins.

Is Poppy a boy's or a girl's name?

Poppy is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Poppy?

In 2025, Poppy ranked #292 for girls, up from #338 the year before.

When was Poppy most popular?

Poppy peaked at #289 in 2023.