Daphene
Daphene is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,014 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
Daphene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 334 babies have been named Daphene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daphene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,014 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,014
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Nicknames
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About the Name Daphene
Daphene is a girl name .
Daphene is currently ranked #38,014 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daphene include Dap, Day, Dapie, and Daphie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Daphene 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