Fern is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #301 in 2025 with 149 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 170 births ranking #233. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 12.4%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 1,700 girls born was named Fern. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Fern is a crisp botanical name with a calm, understated feel. It sounds grounded, natural, and gently distinctive.
The name has been used for generations and now fits especially well with the return of simple, quiet nature names. Its strength comes from restraint rather than flourish.