Daphanie

“Laurel tree, victory” — Associated with the nymph Daphne who was transformed into a laurel

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1874US 2023

326Births / yr

→Stable

466All-time births

📅 Since 196100

What does Daphanie mean and where does it come from?

Daphanie is a variant of Daphne, which has its roots in Greek mythology. The name Daphne (Δάφνη) means 'laurel tree' and is associated with the nymph Daphne who was transformed into a laurel tree to escape the advances of Apollo. In ancient Greece, laurels symbolized victory and honor, often used to

Cultural significance

Daphanie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of laurel tree, victory.

Peak popularity

Reached #3153 in 1972 — currently #1874 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Daphanie?

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

Daphanie Grace

How popular is Daphanie right now?

Holding steady — currently #1874 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1965–2023#1874 · Top 1.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1874	326	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1879	306	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2021	#1884	276	▲ up 9158 · +2967% births
2015	#11042	9	▲ up 5861 · +80% births
2005	#16903	5	▼ down 9992 · -67% births
2000	#6911	15	▲ up 602 · +36% births
1990	#7513	11	▲ up 342 · +38% births
1985	#7855	8	▼ down 1726 · -27% births
1980	#6129	11	▼ down 1831 · -27% births
1975	#4298	15	▼ down 297
1970	#4001	15	▲ up 1741 · +114% births
1965	#5742	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Daphanie

Best Year2023Rank #1874

Peak Count326

Average Rank#6336

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1965 - 202312 years

The story of Daphanie

Daphanie is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 466 total births recorded, Daphanie remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5742 in 1965 to #1874 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Daphanie in 1972:

Jennifer Michelle Lisa Kimberly Amy

Daphanie by decade

Daphanie peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	87
1970s ★	134
1980s	99
1990s	78
2000s	54
2010s	14

💎Daphanie has only 466 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Daphanie?

Common

DapDaAnie

What names sound and feel like Daphanie?

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

American · from the valley

Davanie

American · a modern creation,

Dayanie

American · Dawn

Dalanie

American · Variant of Delaney,

Daphene

Greece · laurel tree, symbol

Daphyne

Greece · Greek

Common questions about the name Daphanie

What does the name Daphanie mean?

Daphanie means "Laurel tree, victory" — a name rooted in Greece 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 Daphanie?

Daphanie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Daphanie?

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

What sibling names go well with Daphanie?

Daphanie pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Daphanie a common or rare name?

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