Dain Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Dain has its origin in Old English and Old Norse, meaning 'day' or 'bright'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is associated with traits of brightness and clarity. The name does not have biblical relevance and saw popularity during the medieval period. Today, Dain is viewed as a distinctive and modern name, with several variants like Dane and Dayne. Notable figures include Dain Blanton, a beach volleyball player.
The name Dain is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dain has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dain' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2584th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1663rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1747th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3300th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5970th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dain' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dain"
Pronunciation
/deɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Dain is derived from the Old English word 'dæg' meaning 'day'. It is sometimes associated with the Scandinavian element 'dáin', which translates to 'day' or 'bright'.
Meaning
day, bright
Language Evolution
Dæg (Old English), Dain (Old Norse), Dain (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Dain gained popularity in the early medieval period, particularly in regions influenced by Old Norse culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Dane, Dainus, Dayne
Modern Popularity & Image
Dain is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dain Blanton, an American beach volleyball player, Dainiel 'Dain' of the Dainian dynasty, a figure in Norse legends
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dain"
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 "Dain"
"Dain" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2584th of 7552 | 191 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1663rd of 10718 | 455 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1747th of 16616 | 681 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3300th of 24088 | 476 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5970th of 23106 | 175 |
Regional Popularity of "Dain" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.27% 1409th/2227 |
- | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
- |
60.83% 2140th/3518 |
41.89% 1694th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
37.18% 1370th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
32.58% 2058th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
54.60% 2502nd/4582 |
- |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
50.27% 3752nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dain" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dain"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dain" 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.