Dayanara Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dayanara is a name of Spanish origin meaning 'divine'. It evolved from the name Diana and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name carries a sense of elegance and modernity, with no biblical relevance. Notable individuals bearing the name include actress Dayanara Torres.
The name Dayanara 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, Dayanara 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, 'Dayanara' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6670th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5519th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 775th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2716th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dayanara' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dayanara"
Pronunciation
/ˌdaɪəˈnɑːrə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Dayanara is believed to be derived from the Spanish word 'diana', meaning 'divine'. It is also associated with the name of a character in the Spanish novel 'Diana' by the author José de Echegaray.
Meaning
divine
Language Evolution
Diana, Dayanara
Historical Usage
Dayanara gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries, partly due to its use in popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Diana, Dai
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Dayanara is often perceived as exotic and elegant, with a modern appeal in various cultures.
Famous People
Dayanara Torres, Puerto Rican actress and model, Dayanara Martinez, notable social media personality
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dayanara"
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 "Dayanara"
"Dayanara" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6670th of 19264 | 107 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5519th of 27321 | 240 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 775th of 35406 | 5,418 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2716th of 30306 | 768 |
Regional Popularity of "Dayanara" 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 "Dayanara" 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) |
- |
82.26% 2865th/3483 |
72.85% 2563rd/3518 |
66.12% 2674th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
52.94% 2369th/4475 |
63.21% 3283rd/5194 |
59.54% 3761st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.05% 1056th/4582 |
17.99% 929th/5164 |
11.36% 831st/7313 |
6.69% 499th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.34% 2603rd/3984 |
71.72% 3218th/4487 |
39.21% 2675th/6822 |
26.58% 1668th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dayanara"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dayanara" 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.