Poppy
Meaning: The poppy flower, red flower
Origin: English/Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #198
Total births: 2,051
History: Poppy surged in the 2010s and carries ANZAC significance — the red poppy symbolizes remembrance for Australia's fallen soldiers. Every April 25th, Australians wear poppies. Naming a daughter Poppy is an act of national memory.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2025) | #45 |
| Babies named Poppy in 2025 | 140 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,051 |
| Peak year | 2021 (160 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #44 |
| Years in records | 2009–2025 (17 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 4 spots |
Frequently asked about Poppy
What does the name Poppy mean?
Poppy means “The poppy flower, red flower” from English/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Poppy?
Poppy has English/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “The poppy flower, red flower”.
How popular is Poppy in Australia?
Poppy ranked #45 in Australia in 2025 — given to 140 babies that year.
When was Poppy most popular?
Poppy peaked in 2021 with 160 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Poppy a boy or girl name?
Poppy is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Poppys in registered births are female.
How long has Poppy been recorded in Australia?
Poppy appears in birth records in Australia across 17 years — from 2009 through 2025.