Dafni

Dafni is the modern Greek variant of the ancient name Daphne (Δάφνη) and means 'the laurel.' The origin of this name can be found in Greek mythology.

What does the name Dafni mean?

The name Dafni is the modern Greek form of the ancient Greek Daphne (Δάφνη), which means 'the laurel.' In Greek mythology, Daphne is portrayed as a nymph pursued by the god Apollo. To escape him, her father transforms her into a laurel tree. The form Dafni is particularly common in Greece. A well-known personality with this name is the Greek actress Dafni Labroyanni. Other variants of Daphne include Daphine, Dafna, Dafne, and Defne.

Where does the name Dafni come from?

The etymological origin of Dafni is ancient Greek and means 'the laurel.' The Greek term for this is dáphnē (δᾰ́φνη), which means laurel. The language is Greek.

How do you pronounce Dafni?

The sound structure of Dafni is two syllables and compact. It is pronounced as 'Daf-ni' [ˈdafni], with a clear, short A meeting the prominent 'f,' giving the name a certain sharpness. The transition to the 'n' is smooth and connecting. The bright ending on '-i' provides a friendly, open sound. This makes Dafni feel light and fresh, with a harmonious blend of clarity and softness.

Popularity

In Germany, Dafni is a well-known first name. Currently, it ranks 4,045 on the list of most common girls' names. Its best placement was in 2007, when it reached rank 1,198. In the last ten years, Dafni has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it at rank 4,186 in the corresponding statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 4,511.

Famous people

• Dafni Lappas (face painter)