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Origin: British

Meaning: Rough stream; Wild herb and flowering plant

Yarrow is a gender-neutral name of English origin. Although it means “rough stream,” it’s more commonly associated with a wild herb and flowering plant. Its genus name, Achillea millefolium, comes from the beloved mythical Greek character Achilles, who reportedly carried the herb to treat battle wounds. Apart from its healing properties, the yarrow is seen as a sign of good luck in China and is even believed to help find true love in Ireland. So worry not, with a name like Yarrow, you are essentially setting baby up for success.