Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daisy originates from the Old English word for 'day's eye', reflecting the flower's characteristics. It has evolved through history to become a popular name, often associated with innocence and nature, with no biblical relevance. The name has several variants and is currently viewed positively.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪzi/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Daisy comes from the Old English word 'dægesege', meaning 'day's eye', referring to the flower that opens at dawn and closes at dusk.
Meaning
day's eye
Language Evolution
Dægesege (Old English), Daisy (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Daisy gained popularity in the late 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a floral name reflecting innocence and purity.
Variants & Derivatives
Daisey, Dasey, Daisie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Daisy is perceived as a cheerful and friendly name, often associated with youth and nature.
Famous People
Daisy Ridley, Daisy Fuentes, Daisy Shah
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,091 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 14 different American generations with varying popularity
🔊 Alternative Spellings & Similar Sounds (12 Variations)
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2795th of 7545 | 140 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3072nd of 6773 | 112 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8406th of 10718 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3466th of 16616 | 250 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11921st of 24088 | 58 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 139th of 9107 | 30,564 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 213th of 9204 | 15,839 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 409th of 12526 | 9,619 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 562nd of 19264 | 5,112 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 210th of 27321 | 21,398 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 150th of 35406 | 35,728 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 143rd of 30306 | 23,999 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
20.96% 1324th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
14.62% 207th/1416 |
17.77% 245th/1379 |
3.85% 91st/2366 |
19.09% 218th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
22.06% 341st/1546 |
23.71% 369th/1556 |
5.99% 141st/2353 |
24.37% 377th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
30.04% 669th/2227 |
14.94% 363rd/2430 |
10.20% 291st/2853 |
26.31% 730th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
26.69% 784th/2937 |
10.85% 378th/3483 |
18.11% 637th/3518 |
15.85% 641st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
10.26% 378th/3685 |
8.16% 365th/4475 |
5.43% 282nd/5194 |
1.65% 104th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.89% 224th/4582 |
5.44% 281st/5164 |
2.41% 176th/7313 |
0.92% 69th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
3.84% 153rd/3984 |
4.81% 216th/4487 |
2.37% 162nd/6822 |
1.64% 103rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in South Carolina across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2795th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3072nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3466th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11921st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 139th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 213th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 409th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 562nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 210th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 150th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 143rd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.