Invented name; possibly 'Lady of Light' or 'Born of Fire'
A modern literary invention by George R.R. Martin for his 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series. While it has no historical etymology, fans often associate it with Valyrian roots meaning light or fire based on the character's narrative arc.
About 115 girls were named Daenerys in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The 'Mother of Dragons' and claimant to the Iron Throne · Game of Thrones
