Dacian
Meaning of Dacian
Dacian (pronounced DAY-shun, /deɪˈʃən/) is a masculine name of Romanian origin meaning “from Dacia,” the ancient kingdom that once spanned the Carpathians and the Lower Danube. It evokes the heritage of the Dacian people—renowned for their resistance to Rome under King Decebalus, whose exploits are immortalized on Trajan’s Column—while retaining a concise, two-syllable form suited to modern usage. In the United States, Dacian remains distinctive rather than ubiquitous, ranking 915th in 2024 with nine recorded births, a position it has held in the low 900s for several years. Its blend of classical resonance and contemporary clarity offers parents a name with historical depth and straightforward appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as DAY-shun (/deɪˈʃən/)
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Notable People Named Dacian
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