Girl
Poppy
red flower
About Poppy
Bright, cheerful, and impossible to ignore—this name bursts with personality and warmth. Imagine a child who lights up every room she enters, bringing smiles and energy wherever she goes. This choice speaks to parents who value joy, spontaneity, and a zest for life. The playful double consonant creates a bouncy, rhythmic quality that feels youthful and spirited. It's a name that refuses to fade into the background, instead commanding attention with its vibrant charm. Consider how it evokes images of sunny days, laughter, and carefree moments. For families seeking something distinctly cheerful yet still grounded in natural imagery, this option delivers perfectly. The name carries an inherent optimism that can inspire confidence and happiness throughout life's journey.
Popularity of the Name Poppy
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | #747 | #16 | #62 | #109 | #364 |
| 2017 | #681 | #13 | #48 | #107 | #347 |
| 2018 | #586 | #14 | #48 | #104 | #367 |
| 2019 | #493 | #18 | #38 | #113 | #259 |
| 2020 | #457 | #19 | #27 | #121 | #259 |
| 2021 | #401 | #19 | #41 | #110 | #214 |
| 2022 | #338 | #16 | #31 | #128 | #193 |
| 2023 | #289 | #12 | #37 | #102 | #198 |
| 2024 | #337 | #7 | #48 | #89 | #242 |
| 2025 | #292 | #7 | #53 | #105 | #201 |
| 1997 | #119 | #250 | #563 | ||
| 1998 | #107 | #317 | |||
| 1999 | #112 | #216 | |||
| 2000 | #96 | #174 | |||
| 2001 | #90 | #209 | #389 | ||
| 2002 | #68 | #142 | #498 | ||
| 2003 | #47 | #109 | #431 | ||
| 2004 | #53 | #129 | #562 | ||
| 2005 | #39 | #91 | #260 | ||
| 2006 | #33 | #72 | #282 | ||
| 2007 | #30 | #48 | #264 | ||
| 2008 | #32 | #68 | #255 | #875 | |
| 2009 | #26 | #63 | #270 | #988 | |
| 2010 | #18 | #72 | #202 | #750 | |
| 2011 | #15 | #77 | #132 | #808 | |
| 2012 | #14 | #61 | #137 | #578 | |
| 2013 | #8 | #40 | #91 | #621 | |
| 2014 | #8 | #57 | #100 | #404 | |
| 2015 | #14 | #45 | #135 | #414 | |
| 1990 | #595 | ||||
| 1991 | #593 | ||||
| 1992 | #510 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Poppy
- Poppie
- Poppaea
- Poppiee
Names Similar to Poppy
Nicknames for Poppy
- Pop
- Pops
- Popp
- Popps
- Pip
Famous People Named Poppy
| Poppy Montgomery | Australian-American actress |
| Poppy Drayton | British actress |
| Poppy Harlow | American journalist |
| Poppy King | Australian entrepreneur and cosmetics creator |
| Poppy Delevingne | British model and actress |
| Poppy Z. Brite | American author |
| Poppy Ntshongwana | South African radio and television presenter |
| Poppy Miller | British actress |
| Poppy Corby-Tuech | British actress |
| Poppy Rogers | Australian actress |
| Poppy Lifton | American socialite and actress |
| Poppy Oliver | Daughter of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver |
| Poppy Sovia | Indonesian actress and model |
| Poppy Carpenter | British Olympic swimmer |
| Poppy Kennedy McPhee | Daughter of actress Katharine McPhee and musician David Foster |
| Poppy McPhee | British socialite and daughter of actor Chris O'Dowd |
| Poppy Seed | American activist and founder of D.A.R.E |
| Poppy Pickles | English socialite and author |
| Poppy Adams | Character in the James Bond film "Kingsman - The Golden Circle" |
| Poppy Pomfrey | Hogwarts nurse in the Harry Potter series |
Characters Named Poppy
| Poppy Moore | Protagonist of the film "Wild Child" |
| Poppy Parnell | Character in the television series "Truth Be Told" |
| Poppy Lifton | Character in the TV series "Gossip Girl" |
| Poppy Cat | Title character in the children's TV series |
| Poppy Pomfrey | Character in the Harry Potter series |
| Poppy Fresh | Character in the animated web series "Happy Tree Friends" |
| Poppy Fields | Character in the TV series "Absolutely Fabulous" |