Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Dakota.
National Rank (2025)
#319
All-Time Peak Rank
#56 (1995)
Total U.S. Births
93,118
Unisex Distribution69.2% Boy / 30.8% GirlBalance: Leans Male
💡 The Dakota Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Dakota
According to SSA data, Dakota achieved its highest historical rank of #56 in 1995. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1995 with 6,575 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 13.9%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 54 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Dakota scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+13.9% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record6,575Births in 1995
Years in Top 100
9yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
54Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:0
1900s:0
1910s:0
1920s:0
1930s:0
1940s:0
1950s:0
1960s:10
1970s:180
1980s:2,457
1990s:46,649
2000s:28,181
2010s:9,667
2020s:5,974
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesDa-ko-ta
Letter Count6 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 25.7% of SSA names. Starts with D, a letter used by only 6.6% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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