Peony as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Peony

What is the meaning of the name Peony ?

The baby name Peony is a Female name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /ˈpiːəni/ (PEE-uh-nee).

Peony is Greek in Origin.

Peony is an English given name taken from the flower, ultimately from Latin paeonia and Greek paiōnía, ‘plant of Paeon,’ the healer of the gods. This etymology ties the peony to themes of healing and protection, reinforced by traditional medicinal use. In symbolism the peony signifies honor, wealth, and romantic affection - especially in East Asia, where it is celebrated as the "king of flowers" - and bashfulness in Victorian floriography.

Used as a personal name since the late 19th century alongside other floral choices, Peony remained rare compared with Rose or Violet but appears in literature (e.g., Pearl S. Buck’s novel Peony) and sees modest modern revival with nature names. Spelling variants include Paeony (older British) and Peonie; related forms include botanical Paeonia and Romance-language Peonia, sometimes used as a given name. The name is still uncommon in the US and UK but increasingly familiar.