Daphen
Daphen is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,897 in the US, popular nicknames include Dap, Day, and Dapie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Daphen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.
Over 6 babies have been named Daphen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daphen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,897 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,897
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Daphen
Daphen is a girl name .
Daphen is currently ranked #34,897 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daphen include Dap, Day, Dapie, and Daphie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Daphen include Daphne . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis