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Summary

The name Dakota originates from the Sioux language meaning 'friends' or 'allies.' It has evolved through variations such as Dakhota and Dakotah. The name reflects traits of friendship and community. It does not have biblical relevance. Dakota gained popularity in the late 20th century, representing Native American heritage. Notable individuals bearing the name include Dakota Fanning and Dakota Johnson.

The name Dakota is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. 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, Dakota has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too rising for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dakota' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2581st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 148th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 133rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 349th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7365th out of 9107 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5964th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5505th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 572nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 270th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 260th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dakota' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.