Daly

“Assembly”

Ireland origin · Unisex name

♂ 14% boys♀ 86% girls

#9121US 2023

11Births / yr

↑Rising

318All-time births

📅 Since 198800

How to pronounce Daly

day-lee

/day-lee/ · · 2 syllables

“Assembly”

Ireland origin · Unisex name

What does Daly mean and where does it come from?

Daly is of Gaelic origin, particularly from the Irish surname 'Dálaigh', meaning 'assembly'. The name has connotations of unity and community. It is commonly used as a first name in Ireland and has gained some popularity in the United States. Notable individuals with the surname include the famous I

Cultural significance

Daly has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of assembly.

Peak popularity

Reached #5603 in 2002 — currently #9121 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Daly?

Daly works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Daly Grace

How popular is Daly right now?

Rising fast — up 3422 spots — currently #9121 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#9121 · Top 6.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9121	11	▲ up 3422 · +57% births
2022	#12543	7	▼ down 1189 · -12% births
2021	#11354	8	▼ down 894 · -11% births
2020	#10460	9	▲ up 6773 · +80% births
2015	#17233	5	▼ down 4891 · -37% births
2005	#12342	8	▼ down 998
2000	#11344	8	▼ down 1114
1995	#10230	8	▲ up 4313 · +60% births
1990	#14543	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Daly

Best Year2023Rank #9121

Peak Count11

Average Rank#12130

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 20239 years

The story of Daly

Daly is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1988. With 318 total births recorded, Daly remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14543 in 1990 to #9121 in 2023. Daly is used for both genders: 86% female and 14% male.

Names that peaked alongside Daly in 2002:

Emily Madison Hannah Emma Alexis

Daly by decade

Daly peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	7
1990s	109
2000s ★	111
2010s	82
2020s	9

💎Daly has only 318 total recorded births since 1988 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Daly?

Common

What names sound and feel like Daly?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Daly also consider these

Dally

American · To dally means

Maly

Czech Republic · Tiny

American · Derived from a

Haly

American · From the place

How is Daly written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Daly

What does the name Daly mean?

Daly means "Assembly" — a name rooted in Ireland tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Daly?

Daly is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Daly have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Daly?

Daly originates from Ireland tradition. Ireland names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Daly trending right now?

Daly is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Daly a common or rare name?

Daly is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.