Dagny Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAG-nee / /ˈdæɡ.ni/Scandinavian; Old Norse
Meaning
New day; dawn
Historical & Cultural Background
Dagny is a name of Scandinavian origin, derived from the Old Norse elements 'dagr' meaning 'day' and 'ný' meaning 'new'. It has been used in various Nordic countries and has historical roots in Norse mythology. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and has been embraced in modern times, particularly in Scandinavian cultures.
Trend Summary
Dagny has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dagný
International Variants
- Dagný (Icelandic)
- Dagny (Norwegian)
- Dagni (Swedish)
Famous people named Dagny
Dagny Carlsson is a Swedish blogger and social media personality known for her inspirational content.
Dagny Juel is a Norwegian writer and artist associated with the early 20th-century literary movement.
Dagny Hult is a notable Norwegian politician who served in various governmental roles.
Dagny Tande Lid is a celebrated Norwegian painter recognized for her contributions to the art community.
Fictional characters named Dagny
Dagny Taggart is a central character in Ayn Rand's novel 'Atlas Shrugged', representing the ideal of individualism.
Dagny is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dagny was first seen in the United States in 1893. Dagny has ranked as high as #1281 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in California, Texas, North Dakota, Minnesota, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Dagny has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dagny (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WA | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 8 |
| 1898 | 10 |
| 1900 | 11 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1905 | 8 |
| 1906 | 9 |
| 1907 | 11 |
| 1908 | 11 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 10 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 19 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 26 |
| 1916 | 25 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 16 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 28 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 43 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 55 |
| 2012 | 63 |
| 2013 | 81 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 47 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 47 |
| 2018 | 48 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 37 |
| 2021 | 34 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 18 |