Dagmar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dagmar has Old Norse origins, meaning 'day maid'. It evolved from Dagrmær to Dagmar through the centuries. Dagmar is often associated with elegance and nobility, with no direct biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Scandinavian regions, and has notable variants.
The name Dagmar is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dagmar has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dagmar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1334th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2362nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2743rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6553rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12938th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21432nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dagmar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dagmar"
Pronunciation
/ˈdæɡ.mɑːr/
Origin
Old Norse
Etymology
The name Dagmar is derived from the Old Norse elements 'dagr' meaning 'day' and 'mær' meaning 'maid' or 'maiden'.
Meaning
day maid
Language Evolution
Old Norse: Dagrmær, Middle English: Dagmar, Modern English: Dagmar
Historical Usage
Dagmar gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Scandinavian countries, and was notably used by Danish royalty.
Variants & Derivatives
Dagma, Dagmaer, Dagmaar
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Dagmar is perceived as a classic and somewhat vintage name, often associated with elegance and nobility.
Famous People
Dagmar of Denmark, Queen consort of Denmark, Dagmar Wozniak, American actress, Dagmar Midcap, Canadian television presenter
📊 Dagmar Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 45 peak births in 1915
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Minnesota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dagmar"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dagmar"
"Dagmar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1334th of 9107 | 604 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2362nd of 9204 | 243 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2743rd of 12526 | 331 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6553rd of 19264 | 110 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12938th of 27321 | 57 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21432nd of 35406 | 33 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Dagmar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dagmar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
64.19% 909th/1416 |
79.55% 1097th/1379 |
- |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
82.15% 1270th/1546 |
90.55% 1409th/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
69.71% 1694th/2430 |
- |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dagmar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dagmar" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.