Daisy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-zee / /ˈdeɪ.zi/English; Latin
Meaning
English: day's eye; Latin: flower
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daisy is derived from the Old English word 'dægesege,' which means 'day's eye,' referring to the flower that opens at dawn. It became popular as a given name in the 19th century, often associated with innocence and purity. The flower itself has been a symbol of beauty and simplicity in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Daisy has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Daisey
- Dacey
International Variants
- Daisy (English)
- Marguerite (French)
- Margarita (Spanish)
Famous people named Daisy
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Fictional characters named Daisy
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daisy was first seen in the United States in 1880. Daisy has ranked as high as #1140 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Daisy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daisy (1997)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1886 | 5 |
| 1888 | 8 |
| 1893 | 6 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1924 | 12 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 9 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 21 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |