Meaning & Story
From the Old French 'pensée,' meaning 'thought' — the name of a small, velvety flower with a face-like bloom, long associated with remembrance and contemplation.
Pansy is a name that blooms with quiet beauty. Named for the delicate, face-like flower, it carries centuries of meaning — in the Victorian language of flowers, pansies represented thoughtful remembrance and loving thoughts. The name has a sweet, old-fashioned charm that's starting to feel fresh again, partly thanks to the Harry Potter villain Pansy Parkinson, who gave the name some unexpected edge. For a pet, Pansy works beautifully for a small, velvety-soft companion — a dog or cat with soulful eyes and a gentle nature.