'data-driven' originates from the combination of 'data' and 'driven', where 'data' refers to factual information and 'driven' implies being propelled or motivated by something.

The term 'data-driven' evolved from the increasing reliance on data in decision-making processes, particularly in the fields of business and technology.

Initially, it referred to decisions made based on data analysis, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.