Daphne
girl name#178 in 2025Daphne entered the US charts in 1886, peaked at #178 in 2025, ranks #178 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1886–2025
#178
rank today
#178
peak (2025)
1,740
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1052 |
| 1890s | #866 |
| 1900s | #945 |
| 1910s | #907 |
| 1920s | #705 |
| 1930s | #791 |
| 1940s | #683 |
| 1950s | #543 |
| 1960s | #366 |
| 1970s | #448 |
| 1980s | #678 |
| 1990s | #819 |
| 2000s | #562 |
| 2010s | #410 |
| 2020s | #266 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Daphne has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 39,500 people named Daphne are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Daphne 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 Daphne in 2025?
- Daphne ranks #178 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,740 babies given the name.
- When was the name Daphne most popular?
- Daphne peaked in 2025, reaching #178 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Daphne with classmates?
- Daphne will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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