Dahlia

Meaning flower
Origin German, Scandinavian
Gender Girl
Popularity Popular
Length 6
Syllables 2
Syllabification Dahl-ia

About Dahlia

The name Dahlia, originating from Scandinavian and Germanic languages, carries a deep sense of elegance and strength. It draws its inspiration from the dahlia flower, known for its stunning and varied hues. Symbolizing resilience and beauty, Dahlia is a perfect choice for parents seeking a name that represents grace and uniqueness.

With its soft pronunciation and rhythmic flow, Dahlia evokes a sense of charm and sophistication. Its meaning, rooted in the word "dale" or "valley," signifies the ability to thrive in challenging environments. Just like the dahlia flower stands tall and vibrant amidst diverse conditions, a girl named Dahlia embodies inner strength and resilience.

Dahlia has variations like Dalia, Daliah, and Dalya, providing options for personalization while retaining the name's essence. Similar names such as Delilah, Delia, and Delaney evoke a similar sense of grace and beauty.

Famous real women with the name Dahlia have left their mark in various fields, from journalism and activism to arts and sports. Additionally, fictional characters like Dahlia Hawthorne from the "Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney" series and Dahlia Gillespie from the "Silent Hill" video game franchise add a touch of mystery and allure to the name.

Choosing the name Dahlia for your baby girl is like bestowing upon her a precious gift of grace and strength, connecting her to a legacy of beauty and resilience.

Variations of Name Dahlia

Dalia
Daliah
Dalya

Names Similar to Dahlia

Delia
Dalia
Diana
Daisy
Delilah
Daphne

Nicknames for Dahlia

Dolly
Dahl
Lia
Dally
Doll

Famous People Named Dahlia

Dahlia SatalovaCzech opera singer
Dahlia ShazwanieMalaysian actress
Dahlia ShaharIsraeli politician
Dahlia YehiaEgyptian swimmer
Dahlia ElsayedAmerican artist and writer
Dahlia BazzazIraqi-American journalist
Dahlia KholaifEgyptian athlete
Dahlia SalemAmerican actress
Dahlia ThomasJamaican track and field athlete
Dahlia LithwickAmerican journalist
Dahlia DahmAmerican model and actress
Dahlia Al-JanabiIraqi archaeologist
Dahlia SchillerBritish composer and musicologist
Dahlia WasfiAmerican activist and physician
Dahlia RavikovitchIsraeli poet and translator

Characters Named Dahlia

Dahlia MalloyCharacter from the TV series "The Riches"
Dahlia MossCharacter from the book series "The Unfortunate Decisions of Dahlia Moss" by Max Wirestone
Dahlia WayneCharacter from the DC Comics universe
Dahlia LaviCharacter from the movie "Casino Royale"
Dahlia GillespieCharacter from the video game "Silent Hill"
Dahlia ClancyCharacter from the TV series "The Clancys of Queens"
Dahlia BickerstaffCharacter from the movie "Death at a Funeral"
Dahlia AmariCharacter from the TV series "The Expanse"
Dahlia HainsworthCharacter from the TV series "Misfits"
Dahlia HeymanCharacter from the movie "Beautiful Creatures"
Dahlia SinclaireCharacter from the book series "The School for Good and Evil" by Soman Chainani
Dahlia IyengarCharacter from the book "The Star-Touched Queen" by Roshani Chokshi
Dahlia FeldmanCharacter from the TV series "Orphan Black"
Dahlia DwimmerlaikCharacter from the book series "Skulduggery Pleasant" by Derek Landy
Dahlia HawthorneCharacter from the video game series "Phoenix Wright - Ace Attorney"
Dahlia CredeCharacter from the book "The Supernaturalist" by Eoin Colfer
Dahlia Lynley-ChiversCharacter from the TV series "The Bill"