Dayan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDIE-an / /ˈdaɪ.ən/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: 'judge'; Arabic: 'to be just'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dayan has Hebrew origins, often associated with the concept of justice and judgment. In Jewish tradition, it is used to refer to a judge or a person of authority in religious matters. In Arabic, the name carries a similar connotation of fairness and righteousness. The name is relatively uncommon but has been used in various cultures.
Trend Summary
The name Dayan has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dayan
- Daiyan
International Variants
- Dayan (Hebrew)
- Daiyan (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dayan was first seen in the United States in 1968. Dayan has ranked as high as #1319 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Dayan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dayan (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 10 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 18 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 27 |
| 2024 | 41 |