Daphne
Laurel tree
Greek, Western
Girl · D
Daphne
“Laurel tree”
Name Details & Attributes
About this name
Daphne is a name of Greek origin, famously appearing in Greek mythology as a nymph who transformed into a laurel tree. It represents victory and honor.
Daphne has Greek and Western origins. Daphne has a popularity score of 85 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced Daf-nee. It is traditionally associated with None. It is associated with themes of Nature and Mythology. Its listed personality traits are Graceful and Independent. It has 2 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Dafne and Daphnee.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daphne mean?
The name Daphne means "Laurel tree."
What origin is the name Daphne?
Daphne has Greek and Western origins.
Is Daphne a boy or girl name?
Daphne is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Daphne?
Daphne is pronounced Daf-nee.
Is Daphne popular?
Daphne has a popularity score of 85 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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