Daphne
Daphne first appears in US records in 1886. It peaked in 2025, when 1,740 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,740.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Daphne popular?
Near its peak Daphne is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 7,562 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 7,768 | |
| 2000s | 5,126 | |
| 1990s | 2,519 | |
| 1980s | 2,699 | |
| 1970s | 4,827 | |
| 1960s | 6,933 | |
| 1950s | 2,789 | |
| 1940s | 1,321 | |
| 1930s | 764 | |
| 1920s | 1,057 | |
| 1910s | 498 | |
| 1900s | 162 | |
| 1890s | 131 | |
| 1880s | 26 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Daphne mean?
From Greek 'daphne' (δάφνη) meaning 'laurel, bay tree'. In myth the nymph Daphne was transformed into a laurel to escape Apollo.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daphne mean?
Daphne means Laurel. From Greek 'daphne' (δάφνη) meaning 'laurel, bay tree'. In myth the nymph Daphne was transformed into a laurel to escape Apollo.
What is the origin of the name Daphne?
Daphne is of greek origin.
How do you pronounce Daphne?
Daphne is pronounced “DAF-nee.”
Is Daphne a boy or a girl name?
Daphne is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Daphne a popular name right now?
Daphne is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Daphne?
In 2025, Daphne ranked #178 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Daphne most popular?
Daphne was most popular in 2025, when about 1,740 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Daphne?
Names similar to Daphne include Anastasia, Evangeline, Dora, Dorothea, Georgia.
What names go well with Daphne?
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