100+ Plant Names for Girls, from A to Z

Looking for a plant-inspired baby name for a girl? Good news: there's no shortage of beautiful botanical names for baby girls. Many of them are riding high in the popularity stakes, but there are also plenty of unusual options. Scroll down for our list of over 100 pretty botanical girl names from A to Z, and get inspired!

• Abelia. An attractive exotic shrub that might pass muster as a baby name.
• Acacia. A newcomer to the ever-expanding group of baby names borrowed from trees.
• Achillea. With the Greek hero name Achilles gaining ground for boys, we could imagine this flower name surfacing as a baby name possibility on the girls' side.
• Aglaia. A rarely-heard girl's name imbued with meaning: not only does Aglaia belong to a genus of tropical trees, but it's also the name of a Greek goddess associated with beauty, splendor and glory.
• Aletris. Think of it as Alexis with a botanical twist. In botany, Aletris is a genus of flowering plants better known as the colicroot.
• Aloe. Or, break the mold with this underused botanical pick!
• Amaranth. An unusual possibility for a baby girl. In the language of flowers, amaranth signifies immortality.
• Amaryllis. A striking flower—and baby name. In the language of flowers, the amaryllis symbolizes pride.
• Ambrette. For botanists and perfumers, the first association is probably the aromatic plant commonly known as musk mallow. As a baby name, Ambrette has yet to make its mark.
• Anemone. This one's yet to be planted on American birth certificates...
• Angelica. The beautiful Angelica was in full bloom in the 1990s.
• Anise. Best known as an aromatic spice. As a baby name, Anise has yet to hit the mainstream.
• Apple. Apple joined the ranks of baby names when Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin famously named their daughter Apple Blythe Alison Martin back in 2004.
• Aralia. A tropical plant and houseplant with alluring foliage, but also a baby name with unearthed potential.
• Arbor. The Latin word for "tree" passes the baby name test, too.
• Artemisia. A big botanical name that will definitely take some growing into.
• Aspen. What's not to love about this cool tree-inspired choice with place name panache?!
• Aster. By swapping out just one letter in the classic Ester, you arrive at this cool flower name. In the language of flowers, asters symbolize love, wisdom and faith.
• Aubrieta. The name of the cute little perennial groundcover feels baby-appropriate, too.
• Avena. A pretty botanical name that takes its inspiration from the binomial name of the common oat, Avena sativa.
• Azalea. Taken from the beautiful flowering shrub that sets the garden ablaze with beautiful blooms in spring.
• Baya. With a beautiful sound and a fruity meaning (it means "berry" in Spanish), Baya seems ripe for the picking!
• Begonia. This pretty flower hasn't been picked by many baby namers—yet. Consider that a challenge!
• Belladonna. An Italian word meaning "beautiful lady", Belladonna is also the name of a deadly nightshade plant.
• Betony. Nineties' sweetheart Bethany with a floral meaning.
• Blossom. In steady but sparing use for decades, Blossom has yet to hit the big time.
• Bluebell. With Blue and Belle perfectly in step with current trends, Bluebell sounds more possible now than ever.
• Briar. A relatively new unisex name with a nature-related meaning ("a wild, thorny bush") and Disney bona fides via Briar Rose, better known as Sleeping Beauty.
• Bryonia. A nature-inspired alternative to Brionna (for the uninitiated, Bryonia is a genus of vigorous vines in the gourd family).
• Bryony. The common name for a genus of plants botanically known as Bryonia.
• Caja. Meaning "leaf" or "petal" in Cornish, Caja joins the club of Cornish vocabulary words used as baby names. But before you put pen to paper, know this: caja is also a Spanish word meaning "box".
• Calanthe. Orchid lovers may recognize Calanthe as the name of a genus of terrestrial orchids commonly known as Christmas orchids, while for those familiar with The Witcher saga, Calanthe is the name of a fictional queen.
• Calla. When not used as a girl's name, Calla belongs to a perennial flowering plant native to the African continent.
• Calyx. A botanical term occasionally spotted on birth announcements. For those without a degree in botany, calyx is the outer whorl of a flower composed of sepals.
• Camelia. A spelling variation of Camellia.
• Camellia. A singular substitute for Camilla—and a flowering evergreen schrub.
• Camomile. A variant of Chamomile.
• Canna. Pros: saintly credentials (think Welsh nun St. Canna) and place name appeal via the Isle of Canna in Scotland. And let's not forget the canna lily, a tropical plant with spectacular flowers. Cons: associations with another, more controversial plant.
• Cassia. An unusual but beautiful name with a nature connection via the cassia tree.
• Cerise. A French word meaning "cherry"—and a rare but wearable girl's name.
• Chamomile. The classic Camille—spruced up with some flower power.
• Cherry. Ventured out of the fruit bowl in the 1950s.
• Christia. Start with the classic Christina, remove one letter, and you arrive at Christia—a pretty, uncommon girl's name with a subtle nature tie (Christia is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family).
• Chrysanthemum. A bit of a tongue-twister, for sure.
• Cicely. A perennial plant that doubles as a baby name. Notable Cicelys of the past include late-actress Cicely Tyson and 20th-century English illustrator Cicely Mary Barker.
• Clementine. Clementine may be a delicious fruit, but it makes for a fetching baby name, too.
• Cleome. A genus of plants commonly known as spider flowers. As a baby name, Cleome has yet to realize its potential.
• Clivia. A beautiful house plant—and an intriguing baby name possibility.
• Clover. Anyone else think it's criminal this charmer isn't getting more attention?
• Coco. Nature meets haute couture.
• Cordyline. A distinctive baby name possibility borrowed from an eye-catching decorative plant.
• Coriander. Not to everyone's taste—whether used as a herb or a baby name.
• Cypress. An evergreen coniferous tree, and now also a baby name.
• Dahlia. This one transitions from the garden to the crib with ease.
• Daisy. Flourishing once again!
• Daphne. A doubly botanical possibility: In Greek mythology, Daphne, the daughter of the river god Peneus, turned into a laurel tree. In plant taxonomy, Daphne is a genus of poisonous shrubs noted for their scented flowers.
• Delen. A rare girls' name as well as a Cornish word meaning "petal" or "leaf".
• Dianella. For some, this may look like a smoosh of Diane and Nella (or Ella), but for those familiar with Australian flora, it's a genus of flowering plants commonly known as flax lilies.
• Dunja. Rarely encountered in the U.S. but a well-established girl's name in several European countries, Dunja means "quince" in some Slavic languages.
• Elowen. A pretty Cornish nature name meaning "elm".
• Elstar. A fruity, one-of-a-kind nature name for the apple of your eye.
• Embelia. A genus of tropical and subtropical shrubs. As a baby name, Embelia has yet to take hold.
• Evergreen. The short, punchy Ever has already emerged as a modern baby name. Will Evergreen follow suit?
• Fern. A perky botanical name with a vintage vibe.
• Fiora. This pretty name takes its cue from the Italian word fiore, "flower".
• Fiore. An Italian surname, given name, and word meaning "flower".
• Fiorella. An Italian given name derived from the Italian word for flower.
• Fleur. Whether you want to pay homage to your French heritage or you just adore all things français, this cute name meaning "flower" might be perfect for your petite.
• Flor. The Spanish word for "flower" makes a pretty girl's name.
• Flora. Upsides: A saintly namesake (St. Flora of Beaulieu), botanical associations, and cross-cultural appeal. On the downside, there's the association with gut flora.
• Flore. One of the many Flor- names rooted in the Latin word "flores", meaning "flowers".
• Florence. A retro name with place name cred and a subtle floral edge.
• Florentina. A Flor- name with all the frills and lace.
• Floria. A flower-powered alternative to Gloria.
• Florrie. A nickname for Florence, Florrie also saw some use as an independent given name at the turn of the 20th century. Can also be spelled Florie.
• Freesia. A beautiful floral pick blooming with potential.
• Gardenia. An unusual but not unheard-of name that promises to lend its bearer a green thumb!
• Ginger. This nickname and standalone name with multiple meanings, including the botanical one, is unlikely to make a comeback in the near future.
• Gladiola. A floral take on Gladys.
• Harvest. Reminds us of Everest and Forest, which have already made their mark as baby names.
• Hazel. A color name and nature name in one!
• Heather. The beautiful Heather blossomed in the 1970s and 1980s.
• Holly. A Christmassy name that's in-keeping with nature.
• Hyacinth. A floral girls' name that has maintained a low-key presence for decades but has yet to hit the big time.
• Iris. After a long period of silence, Iris has burst back into bloom.
• Ivy. Ivy broke onto the scene in a big way in the late 2010s, ranking in the US Top 100 for the first time in 2018.
• Jacaranda. A tree-inspired alternative to Miranda.
• Jacinta. The feminine version of Jacinto, which is a Spanish name and word meaning "hyacinth". Jacinta, along with the spelling variation Jacinda, have been particularly popular in Australia.
• Jasmine. This beautiful flower name was all the rage in the 1990s, and it still has plenty of fans.
• Jessamine. A fresh alternative to Jessica with a floral spin.
• Juniper. A tree-inspired choice with a summery nickname (June).
• Kielo. A Finnish girls' name and word meaning "lily of the valley".
• Kukka. The Finnish word for "flower" is also a Finnish girls' name.
• Laelia. A mellifluous moniker with a floral connection via a genus of orchids called Laelia.
• Lantana. A pretty, drought-tolerant plant with multicolored flowers, a county in Florida and, why not, a baby name.
• Laurel. The laurel family of plants encompasses a large number of evergreen trees, shrubs, or woody vines, but the word 'laurel' can also refer to a wreath of laurel foliage worn on the head as a symbol of victory. As a baby name, Laurel was at the height of its popularity in the 1950s.
• Lavender. A welcome herbacious addition to the baby name lexicon!
• Leandra. Aside from being a feminine given name, Leandra is a genus of subtropical and tropical flowering plants.
• Lemon. If Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin can name their child Apple, why can't you name yours Lemon?
• Lilac. A somewhat new addition to the flower names club, Lilac could be used as a modern alternative to Lily.
• Lilja. A Finnish given name and word meaning "lily".
• Lily. One of the most popular flower-inspired girl names of the 21st century (so far).
• Linnea. This Scandinavian name can be seen as a tribute to the 18th-century Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus, or the flower named after him (Linnaea borealis, the national flower of Sweden).
• Lobelia. The beautiful Lobelia has yet to leap from the flower bed to the baby naming scene.
• Lotus. Imbued with meaning, Lotus is finally gaining traction as a baby name.
• Lovage. Yet another herbal possibility.
• Magnolia. A long, elaborate nature name that conjures up springtime.
• Mahogany. A long, lofty tree-inspired name with connotations of luxury.
• Maize. A nickname for Macy—or a fanciful given name with a botanical connection.
• Mallow. Given the recent interest in names like Willow and Marlow, the floral Mallow sounds more possible now than ever.
• Malva. A retro baby name with a subtle nature connection: turns out, the word "malva" is Latin for the mallow plant.
• Maple. A cute nature-inspired name with a retro vibe. Actor Jason Bateman has a daughter named Maple Sylvie.
• Marguerite. Has this floral name been off the charts long enough to sound fresh and cool again? We'll let you be the judge.
• Marigold. A beloved garden plant turned baby name!
• Marja. Marja, a Finnish word and name meaning "berry", might be a nice discovery for nature-loving parents with Finnish heritage.
• Marjoram. A nice change of pace from Marjorie.
• Meadow. Can't decide which flower to pick for your baby's name? Pick them all!
• Melia. Aside from being a girls' name, Melia is a surname, a place name, a Greek mythological character, and the name of a genus of trees.
• Mint. A bit too minty for our taste, but if you like it, go for it!
• Minttu. A Finnish given name and word meaning "mint".
• Mirabelle. Who else thinks this charmer with fruity overtones deserves wider use?
• Myrtle. A standard-issue old-lady name. It would take a gutsy couple to revive this botanical name.
• Nerine. A pretty flower and an intrguing baby name possibility.
• Netta. A Hebrew name meaning "plant" or "shrub".
• Nigella. A feminine version of the quintessentially British Nigel, as well as a flower-inspired girls' name put on the map by British celebrity chef Nigella Lawson.
• Nuppu. The Finnish word for "flower bud" has been repurposed as a baby name in Finland.
• Nyssa. For those interested in theology, Nyssa will likely bring to mind the famous 4th-century Christian bishop Gregory of Nyssa, while for botanists, Nyssa is synonymous with tupelo trees.
• Oakley. For some, this endearing tree-inspired name might be a little too evocative of the sunglasses brand, but statistics show that for thousands of millennial parents, it's a wonderful nature name worth giving to their babies.
• Olea. A genus of about 40 evergreen trees and shrubs, the most famous of which is Olea europaea, the olive tree. As a baby name, Olea has yet to catch on in a big way. Actress Amy Adams has a daughter called Aviana Olea.
• Oleander. Choose this unisex name, and you'll be good even if it turns out your doctor got your baby's gender wrong.
• Oliva. If Olivia is too common, try Oliva, which is Italian for "olive".
• Olive. For Olivia-fans who want to take a slight detour off the beaten path.
• Olivia. If you want a popular, well-liked name with a botanical twist, Olivia could be a contender. But if you're after a name that will make your child stand out, this one is not for you.
• Orchid. One of the growing group of flowers that lend themselves to modern baby names.
• Peach. It's official: the fruity Peach has joined the ranks of first names!
• Peony. The pretty Peony has so far escaped the spotlight as a baby name.
• Pepper. Every child is sure to spice up their parents' lives, which makes this an apt appellation for any and every little girl.
• Peppermint. Quite herbal... But who are we to judge?!
• Persimmon. Chances are you've never heard Persimmon used as a baby name, and you probably won't in the future either—unless you use it for your little one.
• Petal. A cute nature name with an unambiguous meaning.
• Petunia. An overlooked floral pick, yours for the taking!
• Pine. British musician Simon Le Bon and model Yasmin Le Bon used this arboreal appellation in the middle spot for their daughter Tallulah Pine.
• Plum. A cool, modern nature-inspired name? Or an invitation for jokes? You decide.
• Poppy. A late bloomer of a name that made its debut in the US Top 500 in 2019.
• Posy. If Blossom is a credible baby name, why not Posy?
• Primrose. A promising new name that joins a proud tradition of names inspired by the spring garden.
• Rosa. The Latin word for "rose" and a beautiful baby name. Catholic parents may prize the connection to Saint Rosa.
• Rosalie. (or Rosalee). One of the many offshoots of the classic Rose.
• Rose. With so many obscure names cropping up on baby name lists these days, this floral name one stands out as a solid, tried-and-true option perfect for tradition-minded parents.
• Roselle. This one can be seen as a mash-up of Rose and Elle, or as a nature name in its own right: in botany, roselle is a species of flowering plant in the genus Hibiscus.
• Rosemary. A perennial plant and baby name, Rosemary continues to appeal generation after generation.
• Rosie. The classic Rose with the sweet -ie suffix.
• Rue. On no one's lips a generation ago, Rue has real potential in today's naming climate. Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert used this cute botanical name for their daughter back in 2020.
• Saffron. Proudly borne by model Saffron Aldridge and actress Saffron Burrows.
• Sage. A culinary herb and a beautiful baby name.
• Scilla. A nickname for Priscilla or a given name with a floral connection: scilla are perennial bulbs known for their beautiful (usually) blue flowers.
• Senna. For some, this immediately summons the medicinal plant senna; for others, it's the surname of the Brazilian F1 legend Ayrton Senna.
• Sequoia. Take inspiration from the slopes of Sierra Nevada and name your baby after a tree that symbolizes wellness, safety, longevity, and strength.
• Sorrel. A herbaceous plant that just might join the roster as a girls' name.
• Taimi. This Finnish girls' name means "seedling" and might appeal to nature-loving parents with Finnish heritage.
• Tansy. A modern (too modern?) alternative to Daisy.
• Thistle. A quirky nature name for the intrepid parent.
• Thyme. Thyme may be a humble herb, but could make for an interesting first (or middle) name, too.
• Tilia. Borrowed from a genus of trees found in temperate areas of Europe, Asia and North America.
• Tulip. This unusual floral name has yet to gain widespread notice, but it has some celeb cred via Charlie Tamara Tulip O'Connell, the daughter of Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell.
• Tulsi. Better known as an aromatic perennial plant touted for its healing properties.
• Verbena. In reference to the herbaceous flowering plant also known as verveine.
• Vilja. A Finnish given name and word meaning "grain".
• Vinca. An unusual flower-inspired possibility for a girl—or a nickname for Veronica or Vincenza.
• Viola. One part nature name, one part musical moniker, one part Shakespearean choice.
• Violet. An old floral-inspired girl's name that has made a huge comeback.
• Virgilia. A subtle botanical possibility—Virgilia is a genus of Southern African trees—that also boasts some Shakespearean clout.
• Vuokko. A Finnish girl's name meaning "anemone".
• Willow. A standout tree-inspired moniker for a modern girl.
• Winika. Looking for a botanical path to the retro-cool nickname Winnie? Try Winika, which is also the name of an orchid species.
• Wisteria. The vine spreads like wildfire; the baby name has trouble catching fire.
• Yarrow. There's a whole host of girl names ending in -ow and -owe that are popping up on birth certificates, but Yarrow isn't one of them.
• Zinnia. There's something alluring about names that start with Z, don't you think?