Dafney
girl nameDafney entered the US charts in 1972, peaked at #5959 in 1972, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1972–2025
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rank today
#5959
peak (1972)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #7962 |
| 1990s | #14411 |
| 2000s | #12950 |
| 2010s | #15548 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dafney are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dafney alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dafney in 2025?
- Dafney is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dafney most popular?
- Dafney peaked in 1972, reaching #5959 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dafney with classmates?
- Dafney will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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