Daphne is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #172 in 2023 with 299 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 390 births ranking #125. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 7,375.0%. In 2023, approximately 1 in every 858 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.