Daphne - name meaning, origin

The girl's name Daphne \d(a)-ph-

is pronounced DAFF-nee. It is of Greek origin, and its meaning is "laurel tree". Mythology: virtuous Daphne was a nymph who was transformed into a laurel tree to protect her from Apollo. The name was used under the Roman Empire, but disappeared until the 18th century. It came to America as a slave name. Dafne is a Swedish form. Author Daphne Du Maurier.

For more information, see also the related name Daveney.

Baby names that sound like Daphne are Davine, Davonne, Davina, Davynn, Daviane and Divine.

Daphne is a very common first name for women (#618 out of 4276) but an uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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