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Daphne: Meaning, Origin & Numerology

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What does Daphne mean?

Daphne is a Greek girl's name meaning “laurel tree”.

This Greek name has been cherished by parents seeking ancient Greek and Roman heritage.

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Origin & History

Daphne draws from the golden age of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, renowned for philosophy, mythology, and the foundations of Western culture. Classical names often embody virtues, natural elements, or references to epic mythology, offering both timeless beauty and profound meaning.

Numerology of Daphne

Pythagorean Number

3

The Communicator

Key Traits

Creative, expressive, social

Ruling Planet

♃Jupiter

Planetary Traits

Expansion, wisdom, optimism

Names with numerology number 3 pair well with Life Paths 3, 6, 9. Check compatibility with your due date

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The letters of Daphne

6 letters: 2 vowels, 4 consonants.

  1. D4
  2. A1
  3. P7
  4. H8
  5. N5
  6. E5

Vowels (shaded): A, E.

Expression

3

The Creative

all letters

4 + 1 + 7 + 8 + 5 + 5 = 30 → 3

Soul Urge

6

Love & family

vowels

1 + 5 = 6

Personality

6

Nurturing

consonants

4 + 7 + 8 + 5 = 24 → 6

Popularity of Daphne

Current Rank

#178

Peak Year

2024

Total Births

42,434

Daphne is a trending modern name, peaking in 2024.

Daphne in the 2025 Social Security ranking

#178

on the 2025 girls' list.

Source: US Social Security baby name data, 2025.

  1. #174Ariella
  2. #175Callie
  3. #176Freya
  4. #178Daphne
  5. #179Lilah
  6. #180Amaya
  7. #181Sutton
  8. #183Ximena

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Names that share Daphne's numbers

Daphne: Expression 3, Soul Urge 6, Personality 6.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Daphne mean?
Daphne is a Greek name meaning "laurel tree." It belongs to the Classical family of names, carrying ancient Greek and Roman heritage.
What is the numerology number for Daphne?
In Pythagorean numerology, Daphne has the number 3, known as The Communicator. Key traits include: Creative, expressive, social. This number is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of expansion, wisdom, optimism.
Is Daphne a popular baby name?
Daphne is moderately popular, ranking #178 among baby names.
What origin is the name Daphne?
Daphne is a Greek name from the Classical tradition. Daphne draws from the golden age of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, renowned for philosophy, mythology, and the foundations of Western culture. Classical names often embody virtues, natural elements, or references to epic mythology, offering both timeless beauty and profound meaning.
Is Daphne compatible with my baby's birth date?
Name compatibility depends on your baby's Life Path number, which is calculated from their birth date. Daphne (Number 3) pairs well with Life Paths 3, 6, 9. You can check the exact compatibility score for free at namestory.app/try by entering your due date and the name Daphne.

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