Daphna
Daphna is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,378 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
Daphna first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 263 babies have been named Daphna in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daphna is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,378 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,378
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Daphna
Daphna is a girl name .
Daphna is currently ranked #70,378 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daphna include Dap, Day, Dapie, and Daphie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Daphna 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