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Forsythia

Forsythia meaning
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Gender: Girl
Origin: Scottish botanical name
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names

Forsythia Meaning and Origin

Forsythia is the name of a genus of flowering plants in the olive family (Oleaceae), primarily native to eastern Asia. The genus is named after William Forsyth, a Scottish botanist who was a royal head gardener and a founding member of the Royal Horticultural Society. Forsythia is associated with various symbolic meanings. It is often considered a sign of spring and is sometimes referred to as the “harbinger of spring” due to its early blooming. The bright yellow flowers are seen as a symbol of optimism, new beginnings, and renewal.

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