Daaphne at a glance
- Meaning
- Laurel tree
- Origin
- Greek
- Religion
- Secular
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- DAA-phne
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- uncommon
- Variants & Spellings
- Daphne, Daphneya, Daaphnen, Dafnen, Daphnena, Daphnenie
Lucky details for Daaphne
- Number
- 2
- Color
- Pearl White
- Stone
- Moonstone
- Flower
- Jasmine
- Day
- Monday
- Planet
- Moon
- Zodiac
- Cancer
- Metal
- Silver
Daaphne is a Greek name meaning “laurel tree”. It is a spelling variant of Daphne and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Daaphne for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Daaphne reduce to 2, a number linked with Moon and with people who are empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker.
Numerology
Chaldean value 2 — Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred.
Personality
Gentle, intuitive, deeply people-centred
Positive Traits
Empathetic, diplomatic, a wonderful listener and peacemaker
Negative Traits
Sensitive to criticism and can take things to heart
Career Suggestions
Counselling, teaching, nursing, hospitality, the arts
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FAQs about the name Daaphne
What does the name Daaphne mean?
Daaphne means “laurel tree” and comes from a Greek root.
Is Daaphne a boy or girl name?
Daaphne is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Daaphne?
Daaphne is pronounced DAA-phne (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Daaphne?
The lucky number for Daaphne is 2, ruled by Moon.
What are good nicknames for Daaphne?
Popular short forms include Daai, Daap, Daay, Day.
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