Daena
Daena is a girl baby name. Ranked #28,417 in the US, popular nicknames include Dae, Day, and Daeie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Daena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 638 babies have been named Daena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daena is past its peak , currently ranked #28,417 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #28,417
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Daena
Daena is a girl name .
Daena is currently ranked #28,417 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daena include Dae, Day, and Daeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Daena include Daenerys . 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)
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