US Popularity Rank: 540

Origin: Swedish

Meaning: valley; Dahl's flower

Dahlia is a baby girl name of mixed origins. Most commonly derived from the Swedish word dal, Dahlia directly translates to “valley.” While this meaning may conjure images of breathtaking mountains and sloping hills, Dahlia also has British roots and means “Dahl’s flower.” If you’re a fan of blossoming blooms, you’ll recognize dahlias as round, vibrant florals that wave to the world as the wind blows. With a name like Dahlia, baby is sure to flow freely and beautifully through life.