Yarrow Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAR-oh / /ˈjæroʊ/English; Old English
Meaning
English: a type of flowering plant; Old English: 'yarrow' refers to the herb used for healing
Historical & Cultural Background
Yarrow is derived from the Old English word 'gearwe', which refers to the herb known for its medicinal properties. Historically, yarrow has been used in traditional medicine for its healing abilities. The name has gained popularity in modern times as a nature-inspired name for boys.
Trend Summary
Yarrow has seen a modest rise in popularity as a unique nature-inspired name.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yarrow was first seen in the United States in 1973. Yarrow has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Yarrow has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 9 |