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At a Glance: Name: Daphne – Meaning: laurel tree – Origin: Greek – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: DAF-nee
Daphne comes from Greek and means "laurel tree," pronounced DAF-nee. It has a storybook, romantic quality paired with a nature-inspired feel, and carries a vintage charm that still feels familiar today.
Meaning & Origin of Daphne
Meaning: Laurel tree.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Daphne
Phonetic: DAF-nee IPA: /ˈdæfni/
Popularity of Daphne
In 2024, Daphne ranked #192 on the Social Security Administration's list, given to 1,564 baby girls — its highest ranking in the data on record, which stretches back to 1886.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1886–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Daphne mean?
Laurel tree. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Daphne)
How do you pronounce Daphne?
Daphne is pronounced DAF-nee (IPA: /ˈdæfni/).
Is Daphne a popular name right now?
Daphne is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #192 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1886–2024.)
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