Daytona Unisex
Origin(s)
English; American
Meaning
English: 'Day town'; American: 'From the day'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daytona is derived from the English word 'day' and is often associated with the city of Daytona Beach in Florida, known for its beaches and motorsports. The city was named after Mathias Day, a local landowner, in the late 19th century. Daytona has become a popular name in American culture, particularly due to its association with the Daytona 500, a famous car race.
Trend Summary
Daytona has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Dahlia, Delilah, Diana, Daphne, Daria, Dakota, Dara
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daytona was first seen in the United States in 1985. Daytona has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has not reached a level of popularity in any states at this time. In the past 5 years the name Daytona has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daytona (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 46 |
| 2007 | 30 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 9 |