Daphine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daphine originates from the Greek word for 'laurel', symbolizing victory and honor. The name evolved through various forms, including Daphne and Daphina, before becoming popular in the modern era. It is seen as a name that embodies grace and beauty, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Daphine is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Daphine has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Daphine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2348th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1864th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2368th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3479th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9126th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17274th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Daphine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daphine"
Pronunciation
/ˈdæfiːn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Daphine is derived from the Greek word 'daphne', meaning 'laurel'. In Greek mythology, the laurel tree was sacred to Apollo, symbolizing victory and honor.
Meaning
laurel
Language Evolution
Daphne (Ancient Greek), Daphina (Latinized form), Daphine (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of the name Daphne.
Variants & Derivatives
Daphne, Daphna, Daphnie, Daphina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Daphine is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nature.
Famous People
Daphine Decker (American writer), Daphine D. M. (French artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daphine"
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 "Daphine"
"Daphine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2348th of 9107 | 252 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1864th of 9204 | 353 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2368th of 12526 | 423 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3479th of 19264 | 299 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 9126th of 27321 | 112 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17274th of 35406 | 57 |
Regional Popularity of "Daphine" 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 "Daphine" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
62.93% 1489th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
53.76% 1265th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
60.74% 1733rd/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
68.90% 2424th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daphine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daphine" 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.