"And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible."
Christian Name · Greek Origin
Daphne Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Daphne
girl
Daphne means "Laurel tree; Bay tree; Victory", a girl's name of Greek origin. The name Daphne does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Daphne wears the incorruptible crown — temperate, striving for mastery, righteousness laid up, the laurel that never withers in the hands of the righteous Judge.
Is Daphne in the Bible?
No — the name Daphne does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Laurel tree; Bay tree; Victory", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Daphne.
Pronunciation:/DAF-nee/
OriginGreek
MeaningLaurel tree; Bay tree; Victory
What does Daphne mean?
Daphne is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Laurel tree; Bay tree; Victory". Daphne is the laurel of victory — and believers receive an incorruptible crown. 'And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things.
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What does Daphne mean in the Bible?
Daphne means "Laurel tree; Bay tree; Victory" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Daphne is the laurel of victory — and believers receive an incorruptible crown. 'And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.' Daphne's crown never fades.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Daphne?
Daphne is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Laurel tree; Bay tree; Victory" — not because Scripture names anyone Daphne.
"Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day."
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Which books of the Bible mention Daphne?
Daphne is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Daphne?
Daphne wears the incorruptible crown — temperate, striving for mastery, righteousness laid up, the laurel that never withers in the hands of the righteous Judge.
Related Promises of God
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Names like Daphne
Other Greek biblical names that share the spirit of "Laurel tree; Bay tree; Victory" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Daphne
"Laurel tree; Bay tree; Victory"
girl
Nicholas
"Victory of the people"
boy
Daphne
"Laurel tree; Bay tree"
girl
Hector
"Holding fast; Steadfast; Anchor"
boy
Hector
"Holding fast; Steadfast; Defender"
boy
Berenice
"Bringer of victory; She who brings"
girl
Bernice
"Bringer of victory"
girl
Cressida
"Gold; Golden one"
girl
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Daphne name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Daphne
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Daphne?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Daphne?
You can read every verse where Daphne appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.