Poppy vs Samara

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Poppy

Girl #338 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"poppy flower"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Australian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#338
Total SSA Count
928
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Pop

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Poppy Rank #338
Samara Rank #309

Samara is more popular, ranked #309 vs #338 for Poppy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Poppy ___

  • Poppy Rose
  • Poppy Jane
  • Poppy Lou
  • Poppy Grace
  • Poppy Mae
  • Poppy Anne

Samara ___

  • Samara Samara Grace
  • Samara Samara Joy
  • Samara Samara Elise
  • Samara Samara Rose
  • Samara Samara Leigh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Poppy

Daisy Violet Jasper Olive Archie

If you choose Samara

Nadia Zara Elara Callum Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poppy or Samara more popular?

Samara is more popular, ranked #309 compared to Poppy at #338 in the United States.

What do Poppy and Samara mean?

Poppy means "poppy flower" (Old English origin).

Are Poppy and Samara boy or girl names?

Poppy is primarily a girl name. Samara is primarily a girl name.

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