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Current rank (2025)#6803
Babies named Dak in 202512
Total recorded238
Peak year2017 (44 babies)
Highest rank ever#2794
Years in records1971–2025 (20 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 3332 spots

Frequently asked about Dak

What does the name Dak mean?
Dak means “Happiness, joy” from African (Shona/various) roots.
What is the origin of the name Dak?
Dak has African (Shona/various) origin. The traditional meaning is “Happiness, joy”.
How popular is Dak?
Dak ranked #6803 in 2025 — given to 12 babies that year.
When was Dak most popular?
Dak peaked in 2017 with 44 babies registered that year.
Is Dak a boy or girl name?
Dak is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Daks in registered births are male.
Is the name Dak rising or falling in popularity?
Dak has risen 3332 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10135 in 2020 to #6803 in 2025.
How long has Dak been recorded?
Dak appears in birth records across 20 years — from 1971 through 2025.

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