Dayami Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dayami originates from the Taíno language, meaning 'light'. It has evolved through Spanish, gaining popularity primarily in the 20th century among Hispanic communities. The name is associated with brightness and carries cultural significance, with no biblical relevance.
The name Dayami is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Dayami 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, 'Dayami' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20558th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3487th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3552nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dayami' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dayami"
Pronunciation
/daɪˈɑːmi/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Dayami is derived from the indigenous Taíno language, where it means 'the one who is the light' or 'the one who brings light'.
Meaning
light
Language Evolution
Taíno, Spanish
Historical Usage
The name Dayami gained popularity in the 20th century, especially within Hispanic communities, as a symbol of cultural heritage and identity.
Variants & Derivatives
Daya, Daimi
Modern Popularity & Image
Dayami is perceived positively, often associated with brightness and warmth, reflecting cultural pride.
Famous People
Dayami Padro, a notable artist, Dayami Rivera, a recognized activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dayami"
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 "Dayami"
"Dayami" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20558th of 27321 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3487th of 35406 | 682 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3552nd of 30306 | 528 |
Regional Popularity of "Dayami" 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 "Dayami" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
70.60% 3235th/4582 |
79.53% 4107th/5164 |
33.82% 2473rd/7313 |
27.04% 2018th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
76.96% 3453rd/4487 |
44.28% 3021st/6822 |
36.98% 2321st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dayami"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dayami" 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.