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Dafne

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Dafne is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Dafne is the Spanish and Italian form of Daphne, derived from the Greek 'daphne,' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'bay tree,' a symbol of victory and honor.”. It currently ranks #876 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Dafne Means

Dafne is the Spanish and Italian form of Daphne, derived from the Greek 'daphne,' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'bay tree,' a symbol of victory and honor.

The Story of Dafne

This name comes from the laurel tree, a symbol of victory and honor, as ancient as Greek myth itself. Is this her destiny?

Dafne is the Spanish and Italian form of the Greek name Daphne, derived from the word 'daphne,' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'bay tree.' In Greek mythology, Daphne was a nymph transformed into a laurel tree to escape Apollo's pursuit, a transformation that made the laurel sacred and a symbol of victory, honor, and poetic achievement.

There is a vitality in 'Dafne,' a connection to nature's enduring strength. When you speak it, you might feel the rustle of leaves, a whisper of ancient triumphs. This name feels like it carries the scent of earth and the promise of resilience, a quiet assurance you’ll imbue in her as you write it on her baby blanket.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Personality Traits

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Peak Year

#307 in 2024

Total Births

3,284

First Recorded

1988

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