Declining since 1996, #4,265 for girls today.
Popularity of Daysi since 1970
Babies named Daysi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 |
| 1980s | 140 |
| 1990s | 447 |
| 2000s | 488 |
| 2010s | 292 |
| 2020s | 153 |
Meaning & origin
Daysi is a modern respelling of Daisy, a name drawn from the English flower name. The name Daisy entered common use in the 19th century, but the variant Daysi first appeared in U.S. records in 1970. Daysi reached its peak popularity in 1996, when it ranked highest in usage; since then its frequency has been steadily falling. As of 2025, the name ranks 4,265th and occurs in roughly 1 in 48,705 births, making it an uncommon choice. The spelling Daysi is most popular in Texas, which ranks as its top state. While the original Daisy remains a classic, Daysi offers a streamlined, phonetic twist on a floral favorite.
Daysi is a spelling variant of Daisy, which derives from the Old English 'dæges eage' meaning 'day's eye', referring to the flower that opens at dawn. The given name Daisy has been used since the 19th century, and Daysi is a modern respelling.
Where Daysi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Day, Si-Si
Sibling names for Daysi
Names that share Daysi's style, for a brother or sister.
