Find out how popular the first name Daytona has been for the last 39 years (from 1985 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Daytona by gender

Based on the last 39 years of data, Daytona is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 75% of people named Daytona being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 12 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Daytona.

The history of the first name Daytona

The given name Daytona is a relatively modern name, originating in the 20th century. It is believed to have been inspired by the city of Daytona Beach in Florida, United States. The city is known for hosting the famous Daytona 500 NASCAR race, which is one of the most prestigious and widely watched auto racing events in the world.

The name Daytona does not have any direct linguistic roots or etymology from ancient languages. It is a portmanteau, combining the words "day" and "tona," which is a contracted form of the Spanish word "tono," meaning "tone" or "sound." This combination likely refers to the thunderous roar of the high-powered racing cars that compete in the Daytona 500.

While the name itself does not have any historical references or appearances in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique and attention-grabbing name, particularly in the United States.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Daytona being used as a given name was in the late 20th century. Here are five notable individuals with the first name Daytona throughout history:

1. Daytona Brooke, an American singer and songwriter born in 1988, known for her work in the country music genre.

2. Daytona Lyder, an American professional wrestler and former TNA Knockout born in 1982.

3. Daytona Everett, an American actress and model born in 1991, best known for her roles in independent films and TV shows.

4. Daytona Blue, an American author and poet born in 1975, known for her works exploring themes of identity and self-discovery.

5. Daytona Diaz, an American entrepreneur and business owner born in 1980, who founded a successful line of eco-friendly apparel and accessories.

It's worth noting that while the name Daytona has gained some popularity, it is still considered relatively uncommon and unique, particularly outside of the United States.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Daytona was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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