Daphne: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A laurel tree, victorious and evergreen.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #415
- Peak
- #266 in 1962
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Daphne Means
Daphne is a girl name of English origin. A laurel tree, victorious and evergreen.
How Popular Daphne Is
Daphne currently ranks #415 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #266 in 1962. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Daphne
- Daphne peaked at #266 in the U.S. in 1962.
- Daphne is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
Names Like Daphne
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Daphne
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Questions About Daphne
What does Daphne mean?
Daphne is a girl name of English origin. A laurel tree, victorious and evergreen.
How popular is Daphne?
Daphne currently ranks #415 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #266 in 1962. It has held steady.
Where does Daphne come from?
Daphne comes from English roots. Daphne peaked at #266 in the U.S. in 1962.
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