All about the name

Daia

Female

« Daia is a unique Hebrew name meaning 'God has heard' or 'God answers', traditionally given to women who prayed fervently for children. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Daia is a unique and beautiful name of Hebrew origin. It means "God has heard" or "God answers". According to Jewish tradition, the name Daia was given to women who were childless but then conceived after praying fervently for a child. The name is believed to have been first used by King David in the Bible when he named his daughter Daia. Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals with the name Daia, including a Byzantine empress and a saint of the Eastern Orthodox Church. Today, Daia remains a rare but meaningful name choice for parents seeking something distinctive for their daughter.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Daia since 1880

Total births
88
Total since 1880
Peak year
2023
24 births
in 2023
24
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
+288%
vs previous 5 years