How Many People Are Named Dacian?
Complete statistics for the name Dacian: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Dacian, a very rare male name, is held by just 297 people in the US, making up 1 in 1,111,150 Americans. The majority of those named Dacian are under 30, indicating its status as a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 symbolizes freedom, adventure, and change.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 16All 301 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2012Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Dacian Through the Generations
Dacian, a name that's seen a steady decline since its peak in 2012 with 21 births, is predominantly favored by younger parents. With most of the 297 living bearers under 30, it's clear that Dacian is a name chosen by those looking for something fresh and unique. The age distribution shows a strong preference among the younger generation, with only 19 individuals aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60, highlighting its modern appeal.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
📄 About the Name Dacian
How Many People Have the Name Dacian?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 297 people in the United States currently share the name Dacian. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,111,150 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Dacian a Common or Rare Name?
Dacian is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Dacian Mean?
Dacian means "Derived from ancient Dacia" and comes from Ancient Dacian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Dacian in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Dacian Most Popular?
The name Dacian reached peak popularity in 2012, with 21 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Dacian?
Approximately 297 people named Dacian live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 301. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,111,150 Americans.
Is Dacian a rare name?
Dacian is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,111,150 Americans has this name.
What does the name Dacian mean?
Dacian means "Derived from ancient Dacia" and comes from Ancient Dacian origins.
Is Dacian more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Dacian are male and 0% are female.
When was Dacian most popular?
Dacian peaked in 2012 with 21 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.