A climbing vine with purple flowers
The name is derived from the flowering vine of the same name, which was named in honor of the 18th-century American physician Caspar Wistar. In the language of flowers, it symbolizes longevity, grace, and a welcoming spirit. It has recently gained attention as a botanical alternative to more common names like Willow or Violet.
Less common today
Wisteria isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,184 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A character in the manga series 'The Tale of the Outcasts' · The Tale of the Outcasts
