Girl Name · Greek Origin
Daphne
Daphne is a girl baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Laurel tree". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Daphne often also consider Daphine.
Daphne meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Laurel tree
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Daphne to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Daphne as D·A·P·H·N·E, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Daphne is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Daphne variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Daphnea, Daphnee, Daphney, Daphn.
- Nicknames: Dap and D.
- Middle names: Pair Daphne with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Daphne middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Daphine, Dafne, Devonne, Davina, Daphney — full picks on the sibling names for Daphne guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Daphne? Browse our names like Daphne guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Daphne
What does the name Daphne mean?
Daphne means "Laurel tree" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Daphne?
Daphne originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Daphne?
Daphne has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Daphne a boy's or girl's name?
Daphne is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Daphne in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Daphne sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Daphne?
Names that share Daphne's sound and style include Daphine, Dafne, Devonne, Davina, Daphney.
What middle names pair well with Daphne?
Good middle-name fits for Daphne pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Daphne is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Daphne is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Daphne?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Daphne share its rhythm without rhyming — Daphine, Dafne, Devonne all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.