TheNameDBFern
FeminineMeaning
A leafy plant, used as a nature-inspired given name.
Etymology
Fern comes directly from the Old English 'fearn' and Germanic roots referring to the fern plant. The name became popular as a given name during the Victorian era when nature-inspired names were fashionable.
About the Name Fern
Fern is a botanical name that gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It reflects the Victorian and Edwardian preference for nature-based names and maintains a gentle, naturalistic quality.