Daiquan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daiquan is a Chinese name meaning 'to wear authority'. It originates from the combination of the characters 'Dai' and 'Quan', which signify power and authority. The name has evolved from Classical Chinese to modern usage and reflects a contemporary trend for unique names in Chinese culture. It holds no biblical significance and has gained popularity in recent decades.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daiquan"
Pronunciation
/daɪˈkwɑːn/
Origin
Chinese
Etymology
The name Daiquan is derived from Chinese characters, where 'Dai' (戴) often means 'to wear' or 'to put on', and 'Quan' (权) means 'power' or 'authority'. Together, the name can be interpreted to mean 'one who possesses power' or 'to wear authority'.
Meaning
to wear authority
Language Evolution
Daiquan (现代汉语), Dai (戴) + Quan (权) (Classical Chinese)
Historical Usage
Daiquan has gained popularity in contemporary Chinese-speaking communities, especially in the latter half of the 20th century as unique and modern names became more favored.
Variants & Derivatives
Dai, Quan, Daiqian
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Daiquan is viewed as a modern and unique name, often embraced by families looking for meaningful and culturally significant names.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 63 peak births in 1995
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daiquan"
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 "Daiquan"
"Daiquan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3136th of 16616 | 289 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3511th of 24088 | 436 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11719th of 23106 | 53 |
Regional Popularity of "Daiquan" 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) |
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29.97% 1341st/4475 |
43.99% 2285th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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53.99% 2788th/5164 |
39.85% 2914th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Daiquan" 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) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daiquan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daiquan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Daiquan" in the United States
The name Daiquan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Daiquan has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Daiquan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3136th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3511th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11719th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Daiquan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.