Gladiola
Gladiola is a girl baby name. Ranked #69,437 in the US, popular nicknames include Gla, Gly, and Glaie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gladiola first appeared in US Social Security records in 1994.
Over 10 babies have been named Gladiola in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gladiola is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,437 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,437
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Gladiola
Gladiola is a girl name .
Gladiola is currently ranked #69,437 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gladiola include Gla, Gly, Glaie, and Gladie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gladiola include Gladys . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis