Daylene

“derived from the name Dale, meaning valley”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#15755US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

516All-time births

📅 Since 193900

What does Daylene mean and where does it come from?

Daylene is a modern feminine variant derived from the name Dale, which means 'valley' in Old English. The suffix '-lene' adds a contemporary feel to the name. Daylene first appeared in the 20th century and is considered relatively rare. It carries a gentle and lyrical quality that appeals to many pa

Cultural significance

Daylene has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name dale, meaning valley.

Peak popularity

Reached #3463 in 1964 — currently #15755 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Daylene?

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

Daylene Grace

How popular is Daylene right now?

Rising fast — up 67 spots — currently #15755 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#15755 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#15755	5	▲ up 67
2021	#15822	5	▼ down 636 · -17% births
2010	#15186	6	▼ down 3194 · -25% births
2005	#11992	8	▲ up 1412 · +33% births
2000	#13404	6	▼ down 5385 · -40% births
1990	#8019	10	▲ up 1576 · +67% births
1985	#9595	6	▼ down 2912 · -25% births
1975	#6683	8	▼ down 2081 · -33% births
1970	#4602	12	▲ up 1525 · +100% births
1965	#6127	6	▲ up 215 · +20% births
1955	#6342	5	▼ down 1717 · -29% births
1950	#4625	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Daylene

Best Year1970Rank #4602

Peak Count12

Average Rank#9846

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202312 years

The story of Daylene

Daylene entered American naming records in 1939 and has been in use for over 85 years. With 516 total births recorded, Daylene remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4625 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #15755 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Daylene in 1964:

Lisa Mary Susan Karen Patricia

Daylene by decade

Daylene peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	5
1940s	21
1950s	61
1960s	91
1970s	84
1980s	55
1990s	51
2000s ★	97
2010s	51

💎Daylene has only 516 total recorded births since 1939 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Daylene?

Common

DayDaEne

What names sound and feel like Daylene?

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

Darlene

American · English

Dallene

American · A beloved name

Dayline

American · English

Dailene

American · valley; from the

Naylene

American · Compassionate

Zaylene

American · a modern invented

Darylene

American · English

Taylene

American · derived from Taylor

Common questions about the name Daylene

What does the name Daylene mean?

Daylene means "derived from the name Dale, meaning valley" — 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 Daylene?

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

What is the cultural origin of Daylene?

Daylene 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.

What sibling names go well with Daylene?

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

Is Daylene trending right now?

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