Dafny
Girl nameDafny has been given to 72 babies in the U.S. since 2002. It peaked in 2006.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
72
Peak year
2006 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2002
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Dafny — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Dafny.
Sibling name ideas for Dafny
Same era and popularity as Dafny, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Dafny?
Dafny has been given to 72 babies in the U.S. since 2002. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Dafny peak?
Dafny peaked in 2006, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Dafny a girl or boy name?
Dafny is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Dafny are girls).
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