Poppy is an extremely popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #5 in 2014 with 3,273 recorded births. This places Poppy in the top 1% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Very Popular. The name reached its all-time peak in 2013 with 3,422 births ranking #7. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 509.5%. In 2014, approximately 1 in every 94 girls born was named Poppy. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Poppy is a bright floral favourite with a cheerful, energetic feel. It is vivid, easy to love, and strongly linked to the flower image itself.
Flower names have always had appeal, but Poppy's modern popularity has been especially strong in the UK because it sounds playful and friendly without being flimsy. Its visual image is instantly clear.