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DahliaChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Flowering meadow

Pronunciation: DAH-lee-ah

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Name
Dahlia
Meaning
Flowering meadow
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
DAH-lee-ah
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Monday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Dahlia mean?

Dahlia is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Flowering meadow". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: DAH-lee-ah. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Ντάリア

Το λουλούδι Dahlia είναι σύμβολο αγάπης και καθαρότητας

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

DAH-lee-ah

IPA

/dɑːˈliːə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Dahlia is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Flowering meadow. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Monday

Lucky Colors

PinkRed

Lucky Stone

Rose Quartz

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, creative, and sociable.

Personality

Personality Traits

DelicateGracefulD = DedicatedS = Sensual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Embrace the present moment and cherish the beauty of life.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Dahlia is a name with a captivating origin, rooted in Danish culture. In the 1700s, the Dahlia flower was discovered and brought back to Europe from Mexico by Swedish botanist Anders Dahl hence the name Dahlia after him. This luxurious and noble flower became a symbol of wealth and status, and the name Dahlia soon followed suit.
In Christian tradition, the name Dahlia can evoke a deep contemplation of the passage of time and the impermanence of life. The symbolism of the flower can inspire one to appreciate the beauty of each moment and to make the most of the time given on this earth. The name Dahlia can also serve as a reminder to live fully and fully engage in every experience, knowing that all things are temporary. Ultimately, the name Dahlia invites us to embrace and savor life, even in its fleeting moments.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that short reference text The name Dahlia carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

e.g. 4th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Dahlia LaviDahlia de la CruzDahlia Falcon

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Dahlia

Dahlia flower symbolizes love and purity

🇮🇱Hebrew

דליה

פרח הדליה הוא סמל לאהבה וטוהר

🇬🇷Greek

Ντάリア

Το λουλούδι Dahlia είναι σύμβολο αγάπης και καθαρότητας

🇮🇹Latin

Dahlia

flos dahliae est symbolus amoris et puritatis

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