Daenerys is a unique and powerful female given name of unknown etymology, popularized by George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice and Fire" series and its television adaptation, Game of Thrones. In both the books and the show, Daenerys Targaryen, often referred to as 'Khaleesi' or 'Mother of Dragons,' is portrayed as a significant character, contributing to the widespread recognition of this name.
Over the past decade, the number of babies named Daenerys has seen significant growth and fluctuations. Initially starting with just 21 births in 2012, this name gained popularity, peaking at 166 births in 2018. Since then, it has fluctuated between 85 to 125 births annually. Overall, a total of 1219 babies have been named Daenerys over these eleven years.