Daphyne
Daphyne is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,317 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
Daphyne first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 110 babies have been named Daphyne in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daphyne is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,317 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,317
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Daphyne
Daphyne is a girl name .
Daphyne is currently ranked #23,317 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Daphyne include Dap, Day, Dapie, and Daphie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Daphyne 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