Daphne
Gender: Girl
Meaning: Laurel tree — eternal glory and untouchable grace
Origin: Greek
Popularity: Ranked #178 in 2025 with 1,740 babies born.
History: In Greek mythology, Daphne was a naiad nymph transformed into a laurel tree by her father to save her from Apollo. The laurel wreath became Apollo's symbol. The name has been revived by the character in 'Bridgerton.'
Famous people named Daphne: Daphne du Maurier (author), Daphne (Greek mythology), Daphne from Scooby-Doo
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Daphne? About 1 in 1,913 babies born in 2025 were named Daphne, or roughly 4.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Daphne
What does the name Daphne mean?
Daphne means “Laurel tree — eternal glory and untouchable grace” from Greek roots.
What is the origin of the name Daphne?
Daphne has Greek origin. The traditional meaning is “Laurel tree — eternal glory and untouchable grace”.
How popular is Daphne?
Daphne ranked #178 in 2025 — given to 1,740 babies that year.
When was Daphne most popular?
Daphne peaked in 2025 with 1,740 babies registered that year.
Is Daphne a boy or girl name?
Daphne is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Daphnes in registered births are female.
Is the name Daphne rising or falling in popularity?
Daphne has risen 237 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #415 in 2020 to #178 in 2025.
How long has Daphne been recorded?
Daphne appears in birth records across 140 years — from 1886 through 2025.