Dayanna

“The evening, to shine”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1825US 2023

110Births / yr

↑Rising

3.4kAll-time births

📅 Since 198400.01% of births at peak

What does Dayanna mean and where does it come from?

Dayanna is a variant of Diana and is primarily used in English-speaking and Spanish-speaking countries. The name implies brightness and celestial power, with some relation to the goddess of the moon and hunting in Roman mythology. It began to gain popularity in the late 20th century.

Cultural significance

Dayanna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the evening, to shine.

Peak popularity

Reached #1242 in 2009 — currently #1825 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dayanna?

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

Dayanna Grace

How popular is Dayanna right now?

Rising fast — up 169 spots — currently #1825 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#1825 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1825	110	▲ up 169 · +12% births
2022	#1994	98	▼ down 325 · -22% births
2021	#1669	125	▼ down 96 · -6% births
2020	#1573	133	▼ down 168 · -20% births
2015	#1405	166	▲ up 22 · +3% births
2010	#1427	161	▲ up 493 · +59% births
2005	#1920	101	▲ up 112 · +23% births
2000	#2032	82	▲ up 1449 · +156% births
1995	#3481	32	▲ up 6491 · +300% births
1990	#9972	8	▼ down 2444 · -11% births
1985	#7528	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dayanna

Best Year2015Rank #1405

Peak Count166

Average Rank#3166

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1985 - 202311 years

The story of Dayanna

Dayanna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1984. With 3,358 total births recorded, Dayanna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7528 in 1985 to #1825 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dayanna in 2009:

Isabella Emma Olivia Sophia Ava

Dayanna by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	44
1990s	352
2000s	1,234
2010s ★	1,595
2020s	133

💎With 3,358 total births, Dayanna is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Dayanna?

Common

DayDayieDayyAnna

What names sound and feel like Dayanna?

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

American · A beloved name

Davanna

American · Scottish

Dawanna

American · a combination of

Daynna

American · Variant of Dana,

Daryanna

American · Deriving from the

Layanna

American · English

Common questions about the name Dayanna

What does the name Dayanna mean?

Dayanna means "The evening, to shine" — a name rooted in American 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 Dayanna?

Dayanna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Dayanna?

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

Is Dayanna a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Dayanna?

Dayanna naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.