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Oleander
Oleander Pronunciation
Oleander is pronounced OH-lee-an-der /ΛoΚ.li.Γ¦n.dΙr/Medium
Meaning: From the word oleander β a flowering evergreen shrub (the name possibly from Latin, blending 'olive' and a place/plant element); a botanical word-nameLow
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
History & Origin
Oleander comes from the word oleander β a flowering evergreen shrub with clusters of pink, white, or red blooms (the name's exact origin is debated, possibly blending Latin 'olive' with a place or plant element; the plant is also famously poisonous, a striking botanical, which we note). A lyrical, modern, botanical word-name; it also echoes the -ander names (Alexander; said 'OH-lee-an-der'; nickname Oli, Leander).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-oleander-flower at the root, and botanical.
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Frequently Asked
How do you pronounce Oleander?
Oleander is pronounced OH-lee-an-der (/ΛoΚ.li.Γ¦n.dΙr/). Press play above to hear Oleander said aloud.
How do you say Oleander?
Oleander is said OH-lee-an-der (/ΛoΚ.li.Γ¦n.dΙr/). Press play above to hear Oleander said aloud.
What does the name Oleander mean?
Oleander is a botanical word-name β the flowering oleander shrub; the exact origin is debated, which we note.
Is Oleander a boy or girl name?
Oleander is used here as a boy's name (it is given to both sexes).
How popular is Oleander?
Oleander is a very rare, recent name in the U.S.