Girl · 150th of 35,406
Daisy
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
156,125
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2024
Peak Popularity Year
3,091
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Daisy stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
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 Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
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
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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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
Compare 12 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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
Full popularity table across American generations 14 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |