Dayona

“descendant of Dagan” — Associated with individuals looking for modern

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#794US 2023

1.4kBirths / yr

→Stable

246All-time births

📅 Since 198800

What does Dayona mean and where does it come from?

Dayona is a modern name, thought to be a variant of the name Dena or derived from the biblical name Dagan, which means 'fishing' or 'fisherman' in Hebrew. It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century and has since been associated with individuals looking for modern, unique female names.

Cultural significance

Dayona has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of descendant of dagan.

Peak popularity

Reached #6219 in 2003 — currently #794 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Dayona?

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

Dayona Grace

How popular is Dayona right now?

Holding steady — currently #794 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#794 · Top 0.59%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#794	1,406	▲ up 5 · +1% births
2022	#799	1,386	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2021	#804	1,356	▲ up 8673 · +11200% births
2010	#9477	12	▼ down 2451 · -29% births
2005	#7026	17	▼ down 619
2000	#6407	17	▲ up 3839 · +113% births
1995	#10246	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Dayona

Best Year2023Rank #794

Peak Count1,406

Average Rank#5079

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Dayona

Dayona is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1988. With 246 total births recorded, Dayona remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10246 in 1995 to #794 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Dayona in 2003:

Emily Emma Madison Hannah Olivia

Dayona by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	74
2000s ★	144
2010s	23

💎Dayona has only 246 total recorded births since 1988 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Dayona?

Common

DayDayieDayyOna

What names sound and feel like Dayona?

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

Daytona

American · English

Davona

American · Derived from the

Dayonna

American · English

Daynna

American · Variant of Dana,

American · Variant of Tiana,

Zayona

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Dayona

What does the name Dayona mean?

Dayona means "descendant of Dagan" — 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 Dayona?

Dayona is currently ranked #794 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 Dayona?

Dayona 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 are good nicknames for Dayona?

Dayona 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.

What personality traits are associated with the name Dayona?

Studies on name perception suggest that Dayona is often associated with balance and approachability. Of course, personality is shaped by experience, not a name — but the perception can influence first impressions throughout life.