Daisy
Daisy is an girl name of Old English origin, meaning “Day's eye (the daisy flower)”.
| Meaning | Day's eye (the daisy flower) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Old English |
| Pronunciation | DAY-zee |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Australia |
Meaning and origin of Daisy
Daisy comes from the Old English dægeseage, 'day's eye', because the daisy opens at dawn and closes at dusk. It began as a nickname for Margaret, since the French marguerite also means daisy, and became an independent name in the nineteenth century. Daisy Buchanan in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and Daisy Duck are two well-known namesakes.
Is Daisy a religious name?
Daisy has no religious background; it is a flower name that began as a pet form of Margaret.
How popular is Daisy?
Very popular in Britain in recent decades, and well used in the United States.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daisy mean?
Daisy means 'Day's eye (the daisy flower)'. It is of Old English origin.
Does Daisy have a religious meaning?
Daisy has no religious background; it is a flower name that began as a pet form of Margaret.
How do you pronounce Daisy?
Daisy is pronounced DAY-zee.
Is Daisy a boy or girl name?
Daisy is usually a girl name.