Dayquan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dayquan is a modern name of African American origin, combining elements associated with brightness. It evolved in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend toward unique names. The name has no biblical relevance and is viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Dayquan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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. From 2020-2022, Dayquan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Dayquan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3064th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3944th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9776th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Dayquan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dayquan"
Pronunciation
/deɪˈkwɒn/
Origin
African American Vernacular English
Etymology
The name Dayquan is a modern American name that is believed to be a blend of the name 'Day' and the suffix '-quan', which is often used in African American names.
Meaning
A combination of elements suggesting brightness or daytime.
Language Evolution
Dayquan
Historical Usage
Dayquan emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of unique, creative names in African American communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Daquan, Daiquan
Modern Popularity & Image
Dayquan is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Dayquan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 66 peak births in 1994
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dayquan"
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 "Dayquan"
"Dayquan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3064th of 16616 | 298 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3944th of 24088 | 363 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9776th of 23106 | 78 |
Regional Popularity of "Dayquan" 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) |
- |
25.90% 1159th/4475 |
50.17% 2606th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
42.62% 2201st/5164 |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dayquan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dayquan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dayquan" 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.