Dashia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dashia is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'nourishment' or 'to foster'. It has evolved from the name Dasha and has gained popularity in the 21st century as a unique choice. The name is associated with creativity and individuality, and it does not have a biblical background.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dashia"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪʃə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Dashia is derived from the Hebrew name 'Dasha' which relates to the word for 'to nourish' or 'to foster'.
Meaning
Nourishment, foster
Language Evolution
Dasha, Dashia
Historical Usage
Dashia has gained popularity in the 21st century as a unique name choice, particularly in various English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Dasha, Dashauna, Dashea
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dashia is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Dashia Smith (a fictional character), Dashia Williams (an emerging artist)
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 73 peak births in 1996
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dashia"
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 "Dashia"
"Dashia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10266th of 19264 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4082nd of 27321 | 370 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4561st of 35406 | 469 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17754th of 30306 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Dashia" 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 "Dashia" 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) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
59.99% 3116th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
57.75% 4223rd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dashia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dashia" 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 "Dashia" in the United States
The name Dashia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Dashia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Dashia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10266th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4082nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4561st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17754th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dashia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.