Dacian Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-shun / /ˈdeɪʃən/Latin; Romanian
Meaning
Latin: from Dacia; Romanian: of Dacia
Historical & Cultural Background
Dacia was an ancient region located in what is now Romania and Moldova. The name Dacian is derived from the Latin term 'Dacius,' referring to the people of Dacia. The region has a rich history, having been inhabited by the Dacians before being conquered by the Roman Empire. Today, the name is often associated with Romanian heritage and culture.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dacius
International Variants
- Daciano (Italian)
- Daciana (Romanian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dacian was first seen in the United States in 1982. Dacian has ranked as high as #1360 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in Texas. In the past 5 years the name Dacian has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dacian (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 20 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 9 |