Daphney
Daphney is a girl baby name. Ranked #14,875 in the US, popular nicknames include Dap, Day, and Dapie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Daphney first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,496 babies have been named Daphney in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daphney is past its peak , currently ranked #14,875 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #14,875
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Daphney
Daphney is a girl name .
Daphney is currently ranked #14,875 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daphney include Dap, Day, Dapie, and Daphie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Daphney include Daphne . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis