April vs Marigold

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Marigold

Girl #693 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#693
Total SSA Count
406
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Goldie, Merry

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

April Rank #502
Marigold Rank #693

April is more popular, ranked #502 vs #693 for Marigold.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

April ___

  • April Rose
  • April Lynn
  • April Marie
  • April Dawn
  • April Joy
  • April Grace

Marigold ___

  • Marigold Rose
  • Marigold June
  • Marigold Pearl
  • Marigold Claire
  • Marigold Faye
  • Marigold Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose April

June May Jade Brooke Ryan

If you choose Marigold

Primrose Violet Clementine Barnaby Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is April or Marigold more popular?

April is more popular, ranked #502 compared to Marigold at #693 in the United States.

What do April and Marigold mean?

April means "to open (spring)" (Latin origin). Marigold means "Mary's gold, golden flower of Mary" (English origin).

Are April and Marigold boy or girl names?

April is primarily a girl name. Marigold is primarily a girl name.

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