Daphne

Girl's name

Daphne is a Greek name derived from the word "daphne," meaning laurel tree. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a nymph transformed into a laurel tree.

Meaning Laurel
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 1,564 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Daphne Zuniga - Actress known for "Melrose Place" and "Spaceballs."
  • Daphne Guinness - Fashion designer, model, and socialite.
  • Daphne Oz - TV host and author on health and wellness.
  • Daphne Maxwell Reid - Actress, known for "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air."
  • Daphne du Maurier - Author of "Rebecca" and other novels.
  • Daphne Sheldrick - Conservationist known for elephant orphanage in Kenya.
  • Daphne Caruana Galizia - Maltese journalist and anti-corruption activist.
  • Daphne Koller - Computer scientist and co-founder of Coursera.
  • Daphne Selfe - British model known for her longevity in modeling.
  • Daphne Akhurst - Australian tennis player, winner of multiple Grand Slams.

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