Daina
Daina is a boy baby name. Ranked #39,846 in the US, popular nicknames include Dai, Day, and Daiie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Daina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 5 babies have been named Daina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daina is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,846 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,846
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Also a Girl Name
Daina is also used as a girl name, ranked #8887.
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About the Name Daina
Daina is a boy name .
Is Daina a boy or girl name? Daina is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #39,846 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #8,887. Daina is more commonly used as a girl name.
Daina is currently ranked #39,846 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daina include Dai, Day, and Daiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis