Dahlia

girlSwedish / Latin (flower name)Not a traditional Muslim name

Dahlia is a Swedish / Latin (flower name) girl name meaning “Dahlia flower”.

MeaningDahlia flower
GenderGirl
OriginSwedish / Latin (flower name)
PronunciationDAH-lee-ah
Muslim name?Not a traditional Muslim name

Meaning and origin of Dahlia

Dahlia is named after the flower, which was itself named in honour of the eighteenth-century Swedish botanist Anders Dahl. It is a Western floral name. It is sometimes confused with the Arabic name Dalia (dāliya, a grapevine), which has a different origin and spelling.

Is Dahlia a Muslim name?

Dahlia is not a traditional Muslim name; it is a Western flower name. Parents who like its sound could consider the Arabic name Dalia, or Dania, Dalal or Dima.

Where is the name Dahlia used?

Used mainly in English-speaking and European countries; some Muslim families in Malaysia and the West also use it.

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Spellings and variants of Dahlia

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dahlia mean?

Dahlia means 'Dahlia flower'. It comes from Swedish / Latin (flower name).

Is Dahlia a Muslim name?

Dahlia is not a traditional Muslim name; it is a Western flower name. Parents who like its sound could consider the Arabic name Dalia, or Dania, Dalal or Dima.

How do you pronounce Dahlia?

Dahlia is pronounced DAH-lee-ah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.