Daphney Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daphney is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'laurel' or 'bay tree'. It has evolved from the Greek form Daphne to its modern version in English. The name is associated with beauty and nature, reflecting its meaning. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently viewed as unique and elegant.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daphney"
Pronunciation
/ˈdæfni/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Daphney is derived from the Greek word 'daphne', which means 'laurel' or 'bay tree'. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a nymph who was transformed into a laurel tree.
Meaning
laurel, bay tree
Language Evolution
Daphne (Greek), Daphna (Old French), Daphney (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Daphney gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine form of Daphne, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Daphne, Daphna, Daphnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Daphney is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nature due to its meaning.
Famous People
Daphney L. Moore, a notable actress, Daphney Duval, a recognized artist
📊 Daphney Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Daphney Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 49 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daphney"
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 "Daphney"
"Daphney" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 8072nd of 9204 | 10 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4268th of 12526 | 160 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3333rd of 19264 | 320 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4175th of 27321 | 358 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4653rd of 35406 | 458 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7002nd of 30306 | 200 |
Regional Popularity of "Daphney" 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 "Daphney" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
85.33% 2972nd/3483 |
81.24% 2858th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
47.96% 2146th/4475 |
54.70% 2841st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
81.41% 4204th/5164 |
45.38% 3319th/7313 |
59.12% 4412th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
74.49% 4675th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daphney"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daphney" 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 "Daphney" in the United States
The name Daphney is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Daphney has been 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Daphney' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4268th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3333rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4175th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4653rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7002nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Daphney' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.