Dakotta
boy nameDakotta entered the US charts in 1993, peaked at #5982 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1993–2025
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rank today
#5982
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7283 |
| 2000s | #9871 |
| 2010s | #12231 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dakotta are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dakotta alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dakotta in 2025?
- Dakotta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dakotta most popular?
- Dakotta peaked in 1996, reaching #5982 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dakotta with classmates?
- Dakotta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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