Daun
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About Daun
Daun is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It can be viewed as a variation of Dawn, derived from the Old English word for the first appearance of light in the morning, symbolizing new beginnings and hope. Alternatively, it may relate to the German word 'daun' referring to down feathers, suggesting softness and lightness. In some contexts, it might be a variant spelling of the Welsh name Dawn. The unusual spelling gives this short, simple name a distinctive appearance while maintaining the gentle, one-syllable pronunciation. While uncommon as a given name, Daun has an understated elegance and natural symbolism that appeals to parents seeking something familiar in sound but uncommon in spelling. Its brevity and simplicity make it versatile across different cultural contexts.
Daun is also given to boys.
Pronounced DAWN.
As of October 2026, Daun ranked #4173 in US births in 1964 SSA, peaked at #3316 in 1957.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |