Dafny
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Dafny first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 72 babies have been named Dafny in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Dafny is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #31,058 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #31,058
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Dafny
Dafny is a girl name .
Dafny is currently ranked #31,058 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Dafny include Daf, Day, Daie, and Dafkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Dafny include Dafne . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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