About Dauphine
The name "Dauphine" is of French origin and historically refers to the eldest son and heir apparent to the throne of France. It originated from the title "Dauphin," which was given to the heir of the French monarch. The term itself is derived from the Occitan word "daufin," meaning dolphin, as the coat of arms of the Dauphiné region in southeastern France featured dolphins. Over time, "Dauphine" has also been used as a feminine given name, symbolizing nobility and regal heritage.
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Most individuals with the name Dauphine are female.
The popularity of the name has decreased by -25% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Dauphine in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Dauphine using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.