A green, shade-loving plant
Derived from the Old English word 'fearn', referring to the vascular plant that lacks flowers and seeds. It became popular as a botanical name during the Victorian era's 'fern-fever' (Pteridomania) and remains a quiet, natural choice.
Less common today
Fern isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,219 in 2025.
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