Dagmar Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAG-mar / /ˈdæɡ.mɑːr/Scandinavian; Old Norse
Meaning
Scandinavian: 'day' + 'maid'; Old Norse: 'day' + 'maiden'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dagmar is a name of Scandinavian origin, commonly used in Denmark and Norway. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly due to the influence of Danish royalty. The name is often associated with strength and beauty, reflecting its noble roots. Dagmar has also been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and folklore.
Trend Summary
Dagmar has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dagmara
International Variants
- Dagmara (Polish)
- Dagmar (Czech)
- Dagmar (German)
Famous people named Dagmar
Dagmar of Denmark was a Danish princess and later became Empress of Russia, known for her beauty and grace.
Dagmar Midcap is a Canadian television personality and meteorologist, recognized for her work in broadcasting.
Dagmar Wöhrl is a German politician and former model, known for her contributions to the German parliament.
Dagmar Havlová is a Czech actress and former First Lady of the Czech Republic, celebrated for her film career.
Fictional characters named Dagmar
Dagmar is a character in the animated series 'The Fairly OddParents', known for her mischievous personality.
Dagmar is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', serving as a minor character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dagmar was first seen in the United States in 1883. Dagmar has ranked as high as #789 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in New York, Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin, and California. In the past 5 years the name Dagmar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dagmar (1962)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 8 |
| 1885 | 8 |
| 1886 | 8 |
| 1887 | 12 |
| 1888 | 15 |
| 1889 | 5 |
| 1890 | 7 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1892 | 14 |
| 1893 | 14 |
| 1894 | 13 |
| 1895 | 24 |
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 16 |
| 1898 | 21 |
| 1899 | 10 |
| 1900 | 13 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 11 |
| 1903 | 12 |
| 1904 | 13 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 16 |
| 1907 | 23 |
| 1908 | 17 |
| 1909 | 18 |
| 1910 | 16 |
| 1911 | 25 |
| 1912 | 25 |
| 1913 | 22 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 45 |
| 1916 | 37 |
| 1917 | 34 |
| 1918 | 28 |
| 1919 | 16 |
| 1920 | 31 |
| 1921 | 30 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 32 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 29 |
| 1926 | 24 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1929 | 26 |
| 1930 | 21 |
| 1931 | 21 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 20 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 19 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 28 |
| 1952 | 21 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 20 |
| 1955 | 21 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 16 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |