Daphne is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1447 in 2008 with 19 recorded births. This places Daphne in the top 20% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 390 births ranking #125. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 375.0%. In 2008, approximately 1 in every 16,619 girls born was named Daphne. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Daphne is a graceful Greek classic meaning laurel. It feels fresh, mythological, and stylishly vintage.
The name is deeply tied to Greek myth and later literary use, which gives it both beauty and story. Its modern revival has come from parents seeking names that are classical without being overused.