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Daisy
/ DAY-zee /
feminineMeaning
Day's eye
Origin
English
From the name of the flower, which comes from the Old English 'dægeseage' (day's eye), so named because the flower opens at dawn and closes at night. It is also used as a nickname for Margaret (as the French word for daisy is 'marguerite').
Personality Distribution
MBTI Profile
Approximate distribution among people named Daisy.
Cultural Context
Cultural Notes
Daisy is the quintessential 'happy' name. It feels sunny, uncomplicated, and fresh. While it was a Victorian staple, it has a timeless charm that prevents it from ever feeling truly dated. It is widely used across literature and pop culture.
Notable People
Famous Bearers
Daisy Ridley
English actress known for Star Wars (b. 1992)
Daisy Edgar-Jones
English actress known for Normal People (b. 1998)
Daisy Buchanan
The iconic female lead in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby'