Fern
Gender: Unisex
Origin: English plant name
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names
Fern Meaning and Origin
The name Fern is a unisex name meaning “plant” and is of English origin. The word “fern” itself comes from the Old English word “fearn,” which refers to a type of leafy, non-flowering plant commonly found in wooded areas. As a given name, Fern has been used for both boys and girls, but it is more commonly associated with girls. It gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, inspired by the natural beauty and delicate appearance of fern plants.
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