Dainty
girl nameDainty entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #3743 in 1928, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#3743
peak (1928)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4521 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dainty are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dainty alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dainty in 2025?
- Dainty is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Dainty most popular?
- Dainty peaked in 1928, reaching #3743 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Dainty with classmates?
- Dainty will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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