Dynasty
Meaning
"ruling family, succession of power"
Origin: Greek
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #4,975
- Total SSA Count
- 27
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Dyna, Dee
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"ruling family, succession of power"
Origin: Greek
"ancient dynasty, civilization's beginning"
Origin: Chinese
Dynasty is more popular, ranked #4975 vs #5065 for Xia.
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Dynasty is more popular, ranked #4975 compared to Xia at #5065 in the United States.
Dynasty means "ruling family, succession of power" (Greek origin). Xia means "ancient dynasty, civilization's beginning" (Chinese origin).
Dynasty is primarily a girl name. Xia is primarily a girl name.