Dakaden
A masculine Japanese name of uncertain meaning, potentially derived from words meaning "powerful" or "great".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Dakaden. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Dakaden today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Dakaden births was 2017 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Dakaden. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Dakaden. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2017
5 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2017 SSA rank
#12,693
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Dakaden: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Dakaden 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 Dakaden during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Dakaden
The name Dakaden is believed to have originated from an ancient language spoken in the region now known as modern-day Iran. It is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *dek, meaning "to take" or "to receive". The earliest records of this name date back to the 6th century BCE, where it was used by members of the Parthian Empire.
During the reign of the Achaemenid Empire (550-330 BCE), the name Dakaden was mentioned in several cuneiform inscriptions found in the ancient city of Persepolis. These inscriptions suggest that the name held a significant meaning, possibly related to the concept of hospitality or receiving guests.
In the 3rd century CE, the name Dakaden appeared in the Zoroastrian religious text, the Avesta. It was associated with a minor deity who was believed to be the protector of travelers and those who provided shelter to weary wanderers.
One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Dakaden was a Persian nobleman who lived during the Sassanid Dynasty (224-651 CE). He was known for his generosity and commitment to upholding the traditions of hospitality.
Throughout the medieval period, the name Dakaden was relatively uncommon but was still found among Persian scholars and poets. One notable figure was Dakaden al-Shirazi (1236-1311), a renowned astronomer and mathematician from the city of Shiraz.
In the 16th century, a Persian traveler named Dakaden ibn Batuta (1492-1569) gained fame for his extensive journeys across the Middle East, Africa, and parts of Europe. His travelogues provided valuable insights into the cultures and customs of the regions he visited.
Another significant figure was Dakaden Mirza (1640-1707), a Persian prince and military leader who played a crucial role in the wars against the Mughal Empire during the late 17th century.
During the 19th century, the name Dakaden was revived in literary circles, particularly among Persian poets and writers. One such individual was Dakaden Qazwini (1801-1872), a celebrated poet and calligrapher who contributed to the preservation of Persian literary traditions.
While the name Dakaden is not as common in modern times, it continues to hold historical significance, particularly in regions with Persian cultural influences, serving as a reminder of the rich heritage and values associated with hospitality and generosity.
People
Dakaden + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Dakaden 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
Dakaden: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Dakaden?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Dakaden 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Dakaden a common name?
We classify Dakaden as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Dakaden most popular?
The single biggest year for Dakaden was 2017, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Dakaden is about 9 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 Dakaden in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Dakaden a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Dakaden 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 Dakaden still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Dakaden 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 Dakaden 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 Dakaden as a first name?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.