Daphne

Meaning of Daphne

Daphne means 'laurel' or 'bay tree'. It refers to the evergreen tree known for its fragrant leaves and association with victory.

Daphne has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Daphne

Daphne is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #178 in 2025 from #633 in 2000.

Notable people named Daphne

• Daphne du Maurier
  Acclaimed British novelist, 'Rebecca'
• Daphne Zuniga
  Actress, 'Melrose Place', 'Spaceballs'
• Daphne Oz
  TV personality, chef, author
• Daphne Guinness
  Fashion icon, socialite, heiress
• Daphne Maxwell Reid
  Actress, 'The Fresh Prince'

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Questions about the name Daphne

What does the name Daphne mean?

Daphne means daphne means 'laurel' or 'bay tree'. it refers to the evergreen tree known for its fragrant leaves and association with victory, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Daphne a boy's or a girl's name?

Daphne is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Daphne?

In 2025, Daphne ranked #178 for girls, up from #191 the year before.

When was Daphne most popular?

Daphne peaked at #178 in 2025.