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Freesia

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Freesia Pronunciation

Freesia is pronounced FREE-zhuh /ˈfriː.ʒə/High

Meaning: The fragrant freesia flower, named for botanist F. FreeseHigh

In 30 seconds: A soft, fragrant flower name from the freesia, the sweetly scented bloom prized in bouquets and perfume.
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Origin HighEnglish
MeaningThe fragrant freesia flower, named for botanist F. Freese
U.S. rank (2000)#12222
2000 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2000
Total births (all-time)≈ 7

History & Origin

Freesia is a botanical name for the perfumed South African flower, named after Friedrich Freese, a 19th-century German doctor and botanist.

Gentle and modern, Freesia fits the wave of fragrant flower names and is most often spoken 'FREE-zhuh'.

Did you know? The flower was named for the German physician-botanist Friedrich Freese; its peppery-citrus scent makes it a perfumer's favorite.
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Wikipedia — Freesia — named for Friedrich Freese

Variations

Freesya

Nicknames

FreeFreezie

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How do you pronounce Freesia?

Freesia is pronounced FREE-zhuh (/ˈfriː.ʒə/). Press play above to hear Freesia said aloud.

How do you say Freesia?

Freesia is said FREE-zhuh (/ˈfriː.ʒə/). Press play above to hear Freesia said aloud.

What does the name Freesia mean?

Freesia is of English origin and means 'the fragrant freesia flower, named for botanist Friedrich Freese'.

Is Freesia a boy or girl name?

Freesia is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Freesia?

Freesia is a rare, fragrant flower name in the U.S..

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