Dagim

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Pronounced DAH-gim /ˈdɑːɡɪm/Low

Meaning: Dagim is an Ethiopian name from Amharic, meaning 'again,' 'a second time,' or 'repeat.' It is often given to a child seen as a renewal or a second chance within a family. It is a genuine Amharic word-name rather than a coinage.Low

In 30 seconds: Dagim is an Ethiopian Amharic boy's name meaning 'again' or 'second.' It has always been rare in US records and peaked around 2023 (said DAH-gim).

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Origin MediumAmharic, Ethiopian

MeaningDagim is an Ethiopian name from Amharic, meaning 'again,' 'a second time,' or 'repeat.' It is often given to a child seen as a renewal or a second chance within a family. It is a genuine Amharic word-name rather than a coinage.

U.S. rank (2023)#5707 ↗ Rising

2023 U.S. births16 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 86

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Dagim is an Amharic given name from Ethiopia, meaning 'again,' 'second,' or 'repeat.' Word-names like this are common in Ethiopian naming, marking a child's place or significance in the family. It reached American records recently through Ethiopian immigrant families.

Dagim was never common in the United States, appearing in only about sixteen boys' records a year at its peak around 2023, near the end of its span so far. A boy named Dagim now is very young.

Did you know? In Amharic, Dagim carries the meaning 'again' or 'a second time,' so families may choose it for a child who feels like a fresh beginning or a renewal.

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References - Dagim — Amharic/Ethiopian; 'again/second/repeat'; handled respectfully

Variations

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Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Dagim mean?

It is an Ethiopian Amharic name meaning 'again,' 'second,' or 'repeat,' often given for a child seen as a renewal.

How do you pronounce Dagim?

It is said DAH-gim /ˈdɑːɡɪm/ - two syllables.

Is Dagim a boy or girl name?

Dagim is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Dagim?

It has always been rare in the United States, appearing in only about sixteen boys' records a year at its recent peak.