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GirlPronounced American English /ˈpɑp.i/; British English /ˈpɒp.i/

Poppy

This name comes from the word for the red flower, derived from Old English popæg.

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Poppy is a girl name.

Pronunciation: American English /ˈpɑp.i/; British English /ˈpɒp.i/.

GenderGirl
PronunciationAmerican English /ˈpɑp.i/; British English /ˈpɒp.i/

Meaning and history

This name comes from the word for the red flower, derived from Old English popæg.

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Usage: english

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