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Thistle
Originbotanical name
Meaning"to prick"
GenderBoy & girl
US rank · boysUnranked
Below 5 births
US rank · girls#17050
2025 SSA
About Thistle
The thistle is the botanical emblem of Scotland and would make a good if unusual patriotic choice for people with Scottish heritage. One of the few flower names that could be worn by a boy with as much ease as a girl.
Thistle for girls#17050 US
Quirky and charming flower name. Thistle is Scotland's national symbol.
Pronounced THIS-ul.
As of October 2026, Thistle ranked #17050 in US births in 2025 SSA.
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