Holding steady, #2,117 for girls today.
Popularity of Dasha since 1968
Babies named Dasha per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 11 |
| 1970s | 197 |
| 1980s | 432 |
| 1990s | 965 |
| 2000s | 1,062 |
| 2010s | 968 |
| 2020s | 498 |
Meaning & origin
Dasha entered the U.S. naming charts in 1968, reflecting a modest but steady presence among Russian-derived names. Its peak year was 1996, during a period when many Slavic short forms gained visibility through immigration and pop culture. In 2025 the name ranked 2,117, with about 1 in every 18,264 births. The trajectory has been stable in recent decades, avoiding sharp rises or declines. Top states include New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York, suggesting a concentration in areas with strong Eastern European communities. As a standalone name, Dasha offers a concise, accessible form that retains its cultural roots while fitting easily into English-speaking usage.
Dasha is a Russian diminutive of Darya, which itself comes from the Persian name Darius (Darayavahush), meaning 'possessor of goodness' or 'upholder of good'. Darya has been a common name in Russia and other Slavic countries since the adoption of Christianity. The short form Dasha became popular as a standalone name in the 20th century. It is also used in other Eastern European countries such as Ukraine and Belarus.
Where Dasha is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dash
Sibling names for Dasha
Names that share Dasha's style, for a brother or sister.
