"the daisy flower"
Origin: Latin (bellis perennis)
Language: English
Daisy
Pronunciation: [ d-AYZ-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"day's eye"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
"flower name"
Origin: Victorian floral naming
Language: English
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The Story of Daisy
Daisy comes from the Old English 'dægeseage,' meaning 'day's eye' — a poetic reference to how the flower opens at dawn and closes at dusk. The name was used as a floral given name throughout the Victorian era, when flower names became fashionable for girls. It also served as a nickname for Margaret, since the French equivalent of the daisy flower is 'marguerite.'
Daisy enjoyed peak popularity in England and America in the late 1800s, then faded for much of the 20th century. It experienced a major revival in the 2010s, driven by characters in Downton Abbey and the appeal of vintage botanical names.
In English folk tradition, daisies are associated with innocence and childhood divination ('he loves me, he loves me not'). In the US, Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby gave the name a complicated, glamorous literary identity.
Historical Record
Daisy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 93,373 babies have been named Daisy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Daisy is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #76 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Old English name literally means 'day's eye' because the flower tracks the sun
- Daisy was used as a nickname for Margaret in the 19th century
- The song 'Daisy Bell (Bicycle Built for Two)' from 1892 is one of the earliest songs ever sung by a computer
Daisy in Other Languages
French
Marguerite
German
Gänseblümchen (flower) / Daisy
Italian
Margherita
Spanish
Margarita
Japanese
デイジー
Popularity Over Time
#76
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Daisy Duck Fictional
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #76
- Total SSA Count
- 3,091
- Cultural Origins
- English American Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
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Common Nicknames
Dais
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Middle Names
Middle Names for Daisy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Daisy
What does the name Daisy mean?
"the daisy flower" (from Latin (bellis perennis)). "day's eye" (from Old English). "flower name" (from Victorian floral naming). Daisy comes from the Old English 'dægeseage,' meaning 'day's eye' — a poetic reference to how the flower opens at dawn and closes at dusk. The name was used as a floral given name throughout the Victorian era, when flower names became fashionable for girls. It also served as a nickname for Margaret, since the French equivalent of the daisy flower is 'marguerite.'
What is the origin of the name Daisy?
Daisy has Latin (bellis perennis), Old English, Victorian floral naming, English, American, and Australian origins. In Latin (bellis perennis), it means "the daisy flower". In Old English, it means "day's eye". In Victorian floral naming, it means "flower name".
Is Daisy a boy or girl name?
Daisy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #76. As a boy name, it is ranked #19718. Daisy is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Daisy?
Daisy is pronounced d-AYZ-ee.
How popular is the name Daisy?
Daisy is currently ranked #76 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Daisy?
Common nicknames for Daisy include Dais.
What are good middle names for Daisy?
Popular middle name pairings include Daisy Rose, Daisy Jane, Daisy Mae, Daisy Claire, Daisy Louise, Daisy June, and Daisy Belle.
What are good sibling names for Daisy?
Names that pair well with Daisy as siblings include Violet, Lily, Ivy, Jasper, Finn, Oliver, and Poppy.
How many syllables does Daisy have?
Daisy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Daisy a common or rare name?
Daisy is a very popular name, ranked #76 among girl names in the United States.
What girl names are similar to Daisy?
Are there other spellings for Daisy?
Related spellings include Daisha.
About the Name Daisy
Daisy is a girl name with English, American, and Australian origins . The name means "the daisy flower" in Latin (bellis perennis) .
Is Daisy a boy or girl name? Daisy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #76 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #19,718. Daisy is more commonly used as a girl name.
Daisy is currently ranked #76 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Daisy has 2 syllables and is pronounced d-AYZ-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Daisy include Dais. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Daisy include Daisha . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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