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PoppyChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Red flower

Pronunciation: POH-pee

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Name
Poppy
Meaning
Red flower
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
POH-pee
Lucky Number
13
13
Lucky Number
(Sunday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Poppy mean?

Poppy is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Red flower". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: POH-pee. Lucky number: 13. 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.

Πφππύ

πεπθο τελόυ πτΫ ποππύ

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

POH-pee

IPA

/ˈpɑpi/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Poppy is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Red flower. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

13

Lucky Day

(Sunday)

Lucky Colors

RedPink

Lucky Stone

(Rose Quartz)

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and emotional.

Personality

Personality Traits

DelightfulCheerfulPlayfulS = Sensitive

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbol of rebirth and renewal.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The term "Poppy" is most famously used to refer to the red remembrance poppy, worn in recognition of the service and sacrifices made by members of the armed forces. The poppy's symbolism has been adopted and extended in other cultures beyond its original meaning as a symbol of honoring the dead, particularly in relation to the fallen in wars.
In Christian spirituality, the poppy can symbolize hope, consolation, and remembrance of the dead. The poppy's connection to thesleep of death and its blooming in fields of blood can be seen as a reminder of the peace and rest that awaits us after this life. The use of the poppy as a symbol of consolation and hope in the face of loss can be traced back to the early Christian practice of placing poppies on the graves of the deceased. Additionally, the symbolism of the poppy as a symbol of deep and intense love, particularly of the maternal varieties, can be seen as reflecting the infinite and self-emptying love of God for His creation.

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Poppy DelevingnePoppy MontgomeryPoppy Harlow

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Poppy

a delicate flower, symbol of peace and harmony

🇮🇱Hebrew

פופפ

🇬🇷Greek

Πφππύ

πεπθο τελόυ πτΫ ποππύ

🇮🇹Latin

Poppy

flos papaveris, a flower with delicate petals

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