Declining since 2010, #1,808 for girls today.
Popularity of Dayanna since 1984
Babies named Dayanna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 44 |
| 1990s | 352 |
| 2000s | 1,235 |
| 2010s | 1,596 |
| 2020s | 689 |
Meaning & origin
Dayanna is a modern feminine name that first appeared on U.S. records in 1984. It reached its peak popularity in 2009, but has since been on a declining trajectory, falling from higher ranks since 2010. By 2025, it ranked 1,808th nationally, with approximately 1 in every 14,480 newborn girls receiving the name. The name is most common in Arizona, Texas, and Georgia, reflecting its stronger presence in the southwestern and southern states. As a compound name blending 'day' and Anna, or a variant of Deanna, Dayanna fits a modern naming trend favoring melodic, two-syllable names with familiar components. Its usage remains relatively rare but consistent within those communities.
Dayanna is a modern coinage, likely a blend of the English word 'day' and the name Anna, or a variant of Deanna. It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, fitting a pattern of compound names ending in -anna. Its use has remained modest, with a peak in popularity in 2009.
Where Dayanna is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Dayanna” around the world
Where Dayanna lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Day, Anna, Daya
Sibling names for Dayanna
Names that share Dayanna's style, for a brother or sister.
