Dasha
Dasha is a girl's name of Slavic origin.
Meaning
Possessor of good, wealthy, or maintaining goodness.
Origin and history
Dasha is a traditional Slavic diminutive of Daria, which ultimately derives from the Persian name Daryavesh, meaning 'possessor of good'. It is widely used as a standalone given name in contemporary Eastern Europe and has gained modest popularity in the United States. In the U.S., it offers a distinctive yet accessible alternative to names like Daria or Sasha.
Popularity in the United States
4,133 babies in the United States have been named Dasha since 1880. It ranks #2739 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1604.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.2 %)
- TX (14.4 %)
- FL (10.9 %)
- NY (10.9 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 11 |
| 1970-1980 | 197 |
| 1980-1990 | 432 |
| 1990-2000 | 965 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,062 |
| 2010-2019 | 968 |
| 2020-2029 | 498 |
Famous people named Dasha
- Dasha Nekrasova: Actress, Filmmaker
- Dasha Polanco: Actress
Fun facts
- Dasha originated as the standard Russian pet form for Daria before becoming a independent given name globally.
- Through Daria, Dasha traces its lineage back to Old Persian royal names like Darius.