Daysha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daysha is an American name with roots in the Slavic diminutive form Dasha, meaning 'gifted' or 'possessing goodness.' It has evolved from historical forms like Daria and Darya. The name has gained popularity in the United States since the 1990s, reflecting a modern trend for unique names. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Daysha is most popular in Maryland, 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, Daysha 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, 'Daysha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6705th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2264th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2189th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4710th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Daysha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daysha"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪʃə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Daysha is a modern American name that is likely derived from the name 'Dasha,' which is a diminutive form of Daria or Darya, rooted in the Slavic languages meaning 'gifted' or 'possessing goodness.'
Meaning
gifted, possessing goodness
Language Evolution
Dasha, Daria, Darya
Historical Usage
Daysha began gaining popularity in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly in the 1990s, as part of the trend of unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Dasha, Daria, Darya
Modern Popularity & Image
Daysha is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daysha"
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 "Daysha"
"Daysha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6705th of 19264 | 106 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2264th of 27321 | 838 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2189th of 35406 | 1,332 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4710th of 30306 | 347 |
Regional Popularity of "Daysha" 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 "Daysha" 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) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
59.78% 2203rd/3685 |
54.75% 2450th/4475 |
46.09% 2394th/5194 |
60.55% 3825th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.84% 2238th/4582 |
44.98% 2323rd/5164 |
28.67% 2097th/7313 |
42.07% 3140th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
79.76% 3579th/4487 |
80.89% 5518th/6822 |
77.15% 4842nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daysha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daysha" 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.