Dayna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dayna is an Irish name meaning 'oak tree', derived from the name 'Dáire'. It has evolved through various forms over time and is associated with strength and stability. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as modern and unique, with no biblical relevance.
The name Dayna is most popular in Hawaii, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Dayna 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, 'Dayna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6135th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5973rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10422nd out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4170th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 948th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 624th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 661st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1346th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3820th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dayna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dayna"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪnə/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Dayna is derived from the Irish name 'Dáire', which means 'oak tree'. It is often linked to the idea of strength and stability, as oak trees are significant in many cultures.
Meaning
oak tree
Language Evolution
Dáire, Dána, Dayna
Historical Usage
Dayna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It was often chosen for its modern sound and nature-related meaning.
Variants & Derivatives
Daina, Dena, Danna
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Dayna is perceived as a modern and unique name. It is often associated with creativity and a strong connection to nature.
Famous People
Dayna Devon, an American television personality, Dayna Lee, an American actress, Dayna Morales, a former U.S. Marine and public speaker
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dayna"
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 "Dayna"
"Dayna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6135th of 7552 | 15 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5973rd of 10718 | 43 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10422nd of 16616 | 29 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4170th of 9204 | 85 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 948th of 12526 | 2,158 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 624th of 19264 | 4,243 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 661st of 27321 | 4,934 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1346th of 35406 | 2,544 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3820th of 30306 | 477 |
Regional Popularity of "Dayna" 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 "Dayna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
42.03% 936th/2227 |
40.62% 987th/2430 |
34.00% 970th/2853 |
23.75% 659th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.25% 624th/2937 |
16.74% 583rd/3483 |
21.57% 759th/3518 |
13.80% 558th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
14.41% 531st/3685 |
11.73% 525th/4475 |
18.58% 965th/5194 |
11.27% 712th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.24% 1340th/4582 |
19.23% 993rd/5164 |
24.27% 1775th/7313 |
18.37% 1371st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
47.55% 3244th/6822 |
58.80% 3690th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dayna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dayna" 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.