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Nan vs Daphne

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Nan Rank #39,061
Daphne Rank #13,085

Daphne is more popular, ranked #13085 vs #39061 for Nan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nan or Daphne more popular?

Daphne is more popular, ranked #13085 compared to Nan at #39061 in the United States.

What do Nan and Daphne mean?

Daphne means "laurel tree" (Greek daphne origin).

Are Nan and Daphne boy or girl names?

Nan is primarily a girl name. Daphne is primarily a boy name.

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