Daquan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daquan is an African American Vernacular English name believed to derive from a combination of 'Da-' and 'Quan,' with possible connections to Chinese. It translates to 'the one who is powerful.' The name has evolved through variations like D'Quan and Daqwan. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed as trendy and youthful. There are notable individuals with the name, contributing to its modern image.
The name Daquan is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Daquan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Daquan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5780th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 671st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 804th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2316th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Daquan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daquan"
Pronunciation
/dəˈkwɑːn/
Origin
African American Vernacular English
Etymology
Daquan is believed to be a modern American name, likely derived from the combination of the prefix 'Da-' and 'Quan,' which is a common element in names of African American origin. The 'Quan' part may also relate to the word 'quan' from Chinese, meaning 'spring' or 'source.'
Meaning
the one who is powerful
Language Evolution
Daquan, D'Quan, Daqwan
Historical Usage
Daquan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities as a distinctive and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
D'Quan, Daqwan, Daqwon
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Daquan is perceived as trendy and is often associated with a youthful, vibrant identity. It is popular in various cultural contexts but primarily within African American communities.
Famous People
Daquan Cook, American basketball player, Daquan Hargrove, American social media influencer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daquan"
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 of "Daquan"
"Daquan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5780th of 10718 | 47 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 671st of 16616 | 3,430 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 804th of 24088 | 3,747 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2316th of 23106 | 709 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Daquan" by Generation for 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) |
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63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
22.01% 811th/3685 |
7.89% 353rd/4475 |
11.71% 608th/5194 |
36.17% 2285th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
18.97% 869th/4582 |
12.59% 650th/5164 |
8.82% 645th/7313 |
35.25% 2631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.97% 2150th/3984 |
40.49% 1817th/4487 |
31.79% 2169th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Daquan" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daquan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daquan" 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.