US Popularity Rank: 27880

Origin: British

Meaning: The fern plant

Ferne is a girl's name of English origin. Derived from the Old English expression fearne, this wonderfully woody name relates to the fern plant, a herbaceous shrub you'll find in most forests. While ferns are typically known to be non-flowering, Germanic folklore has it that a beautiful bloom shoots from its leaves and stems during the summer solstice, bringing supernatural fortune and favor to the one who finds it. But with a brilliant name like Ferne, baby's already got their blessings in the bag!