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Zinnia

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Pronounced ZIN-ee-ah /ˈzɪn.i.ə/Low

Meaning: The zinnia flower, named for botanist Johann ZinnLow

In 30 seconds: Zinnia is a vibrant flower name derived from the genus of brightly colored daisy-like flowers named after 18th-century German botanist Johann Gottfried Zinn. As a girl's name it evokes vivid color, summer gardens, and a distinctive Z-initial flair.
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Origin LowLatin, German
MeaningThe zinnia flower, named for botanist Johann Zinn
U.S. rank (2025)#1290 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births174 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,682

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319172025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

The zinnia flower genus was named by Carl Linnaeus in honor of German botanist Johann Gottfried Zinn (1727-1759). As a given name Zinnia belongs to the tradition of using flower names for girls.

Zinnia is a rare and distinctive flower name, less common than Rose or Lily but growing in appeal among parents who want a Z-starting floral name with brilliant color associations.

Did you know? Zinnias are native to Mexico and the American Southwest, where Aztec peoples cultivated them for centuries before European botanists catalogued them. They are among the most heat-resistant and longest-blooming summer flowers.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Zinnia

Variations

ZinnyZinniaa

Nicknames

ZinZinniZia

Famous Bearers

  • ★Zinnia Kumar (b. 1990)
    Australian model, ecologist and writer; first ecologist to cover an international edition of Vogue

If you like Zinnia…

Violet— Flower name with similar three-syllable elegance
Flora— Flower garden name of same tradition
Daisy— Vibrant cheerful flower name
Poppy— Bold short flower name

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Frequently Asked

What does Zinnia mean?

Zinnia refers to the zinnia flower genus named after 18th-century German botanist Johann Gottfried Zinn by Carl Linnaeus.

Is Zinnia a popular name?

Zinnia is a rare and distinctive flower name growing in appeal among parents who want a unique floral name with a bold Z initial.

How do you pronounce Zinnia?

Zinnia is pronounced ZIN-ee-ah with three syllables.

What names are similar to Zinnia?

Similar flower names include Violet, Flora, Daisy, and Poppy.

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