Rising since 2020.
Popularity of Dayane since 1991
Babies named Dayane per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 72 |
| 2010s | 9 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Dayane is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1991. While it has never reached the top 1,000 most popular names, it has maintained a steady, low-level presence, with its peak year in 2003. Recent data show the name is rising again, with increased usage since 2020. Its etymology is uncertain, possibly a creative respelling of Diana or Diane, making it a name of modern English origin. Despite its rarity, Dayane offers a distinctive sound with familiar roots, appealing to parents seeking an uncommon yet accessible name.
Dayane is a modern given name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1991. It may be a variant of Diana, ultimately from Latin Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt and moon, or a creative respelling of Diane or Dayan. Its exact derivation is unclear, and it is considered a modern coinage.
“Dayane” around the world
Where Dayane lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Day, Daya, Ana
Sibling names for Dayane
Names that share Dayane's style, for a brother or sister.
