Diane vs Daphne

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Diane

Boy #12,803 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine, heavenly one"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French American English Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#12,803
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Daphne

Boy #13,085 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel tree"

Origin: Greek daphne

Cultural Roots

Greek English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#13,085
Total SSA Count
7
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Diane Rank #12,803
Daphne Rank #13,085

Diane is more popular, ranked #12803 vs #13085 for Daphne.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diane or Daphne more popular?

Diane is more popular, ranked #12803 compared to Daphne at #13085 in the United States.

What do Diane and Daphne mean?

Diane means "divine, heavenly one" (Latin origin). Daphne means "laurel tree" (Greek daphne origin).

Are Diane and Daphne boy or girl names?

Diane is primarily a boy name. Daphne is primarily a boy name.

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