MallowbyNames

Daine

DAYN · Of uncertain origin; may be a variant of Dane or a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1990
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Daine since 1943

Babies named Daine per year in U.S. Social Security records.

613191960198020002020Most births 1990GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
1940s130
1950s690
1960s1156
1970s595
1980s3781
1990s591
2000s081
2010s039
2020s00

Meaning & origin

Daine is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1962. Its peak year was 1990, though it has never been common enough to rank nationally. The name has maintained a stable presence over the decades, with no significant rise or decline in use. Its origins are uncertain, likely a respelling of Dane or a fresh creation. This lack of a deep history makes Daine a name with a modern, minimalist feel, appealing to parents seeking something uncommon but straightforward.

Daine first appears in U.S. records in 1962. It is likely a modern respelling or variant of Dane, a name of English origin derived from the Old English dene, meaning 'from Denmark.' Alternatively, it may be a coined name with no specific meaning. Its usage has remained rare and stable since the 1990s.

Sibling names for Daine

Names that share Daine's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Sage, Wren, Blaire, Lane, Maeve

Brothers: Cade, Jace, Reid, Kane, Drew

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Daine mean?
Daine is of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Dane, meaning 'from Denmark,' or a modern invented name.
How popular is the name Daine?
Daine has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the U.S. Its latest recorded year is 2025, but data is insufficient to calculate a per-100,000 births rate. Its peak year was 1990.
Is Daine a boy's name or a girl's name?
Daine has historically been used primarily for boys, though it is not exclusive to any gender.