Daysen
From the Danish language, meaning "twin" or "born together".
Name Census estimates that about 142 living Americans carry the first name Daysen. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Daysen today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Daysen births was 2007 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Daysen. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
142
~ 1 in 2,413,763 Americans
Peak year
2007
11 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2024 SSA rank
#8,447
Tracked since 2006
Popularity
Daysen: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Daysen from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 82 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Daysen remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Daysen by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Daysen during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Daysen
The name Daysen is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have originated from an ancient dialect spoken in the remote valleys of the Himalayas, possibly among the nomadic tribes that roamed the region. The name itself seems to be a amalgamation of two words, "daya" meaning "compassion" and "sen" meaning "warrior" or "protector".
The earliest recorded instance of the name Daysen dates back to the 9th century CE, when it was mentioned in a collection of folk tales and legends passed down orally among the mountain communities. These tales often depicted Daysen as a legendary figure, a brave and compassionate warrior who fought against oppression and injustice.
In the 12th century, a renowned Buddhist monk named Daysen Rinpoche is said to have achieved enlightenment through his teachings of compassion and non-violence. His teachings and philosophy were widely embraced across the Himalayan region, and his name became synonymous with spiritual wisdom and enlightenment.
During the 15th century, a fearless explorer and adventurer named Daysen Tshering embarked on a treacherous journey across the Himalayas, mapping uncharted territories and establishing trade routes. His exploits were documented in various travel logs and journals, earning him a place in the annals of exploration history.
In the 17th century, a prominent Tibetan physician and herbalist named Daysen Dorje gained widespread recognition for his innovative approach to traditional medicine. His remedies, derived from rare Himalayan herbs, were sought after by noblemen and commoners alike, cementing his legacy as a healer and a pioneer in the field of traditional medicine.
Fast forward to the 19th century, a skilled artisan named Daysen Lhamo became renowned for his intricate woodcarvings and sculptures, which adorned many temples and monasteries across the Himalayan region. His works were not only celebrated for their artistic merit but also for their ability to capture the essence of Buddhist teachings and symbolism.
While the name Daysen may be relatively uncommon in modern times, its rich history and cultural significance continue to captivate scholars and researchers alike, offering a glimpse into the fascinating traditions and legends of the Himalayan region.
People
Daysen + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Daysen as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Daysen: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Daysen?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 142 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Daysen going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,413,763 US residents.
Is Daysen a common name?
We classify Daysen as "Very Rare". It ranks above 69.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 143 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Daysen most popular?
The single biggest year for Daysen was 2007, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Daysen is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Daysen in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Daysen a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Daysen in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Daysen still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Daysen in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Daysen can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Daysen?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.