Dasia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dasia is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'thick' or 'dense'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek term to its modern form, retaining its connection to nature. The name has no biblical relevance, and while it is relatively modern, it has become popular for its uniqueness and strong image. Variants include Dasha and Dasi.
The name Dasia is most popular in Georgia, 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, Dasia has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dasia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2015th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1046th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2860th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dasia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dasia"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪʃə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Dasia is derived from the Greek word 'dasos', meaning 'thick' or 'dense', often used to describe forests or nature.
Meaning
thick, dense
Language Evolution
Dasia (Ancient Greek), Dasia (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
Dasia has been used as a name in various cultures, but it gained popularity in modern times as a unique and nature-inspired name.
Variants & Derivatives
Dasha, Dasi
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dasia is seen as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with nature and a strong presence.
Famous People
Dasia Dorsey (notable figure in arts), Dasia Jones (emerging athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dasia"
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 "Dasia"
"Dasia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2015th of 27321 | 984 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1046th of 35406 | 3,676 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2860th of 30306 | 714 |
Regional Popularity of "Dasia" 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 "Dasia" 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) |
38.64% 1424th/3685 |
35.91% 1607th/4475 |
29.80% 1548th/5194 |
53.11% 3355th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
21.76% 997th/4582 |
23.92% 1235th/5164 |
9.97% 729th/7313 |
29.00% 2164th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
63.40% 2526th/3984 |
84.85% 3807th/4487 |
32.78% 2236th/6822 |
91.08% 5716th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dasia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dasia" 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.