Athena vs Daisy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Daisy

Girl #76 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"the daisy flower"

Origin: Latin (bellis perennis)

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#76
Total SSA Count
3,091
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dais

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Athena Rank #90
Daisy Rank #76

Daisy is more popular, ranked #76 vs #90 for Athena.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Athena ___

  • Athena Rose
  • Athena Grace
  • Athena Jane
  • Athena Marie
  • Athena Claire
  • Athena Joy

Daisy ___

  • Daisy Rose
  • Daisy Jane
  • Daisy Mae
  • Daisy Claire
  • Daisy Louise
  • Daisy June

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Athena

Apollo Artemis Penelope Helena Orion

If you choose Daisy

Violet Lily Ivy Jasper Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Athena or Daisy more popular?

Daisy is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Athena at #90 in the United States.

What do Athena and Daisy mean?

Athena means "sharp, keen, praise" (Greek origin). Daisy means "the daisy flower" (Latin (bellis perennis) origin).

Are Athena and Daisy boy or girl names?

Athena is primarily a girl name. Daisy is primarily a girl name.

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