Danny name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 14th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Hebrew, Old English and Latin
Usage: Arabic, English, Hebrew, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish and Greenlandic
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Danny d(an)-ny
Meaning: Form of Daniel, Judge and God and God of My Judge
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What does Danny mean?

Danny's meaning is Form of Daniel, God is My Judge or God of My Judge is a gender insensitive name, notably used in Hebrew, Norwegian, Swedish, Finnish, Danish, Greenlandic, Arabic and English is rooted from Old English, Latin and Hebrew.

Danny is form of loved Dante. Dante is short of Durante. Dante is Italian form of Durante. Meaning of Dante is Enduring Steadfast, The Word Durare Meaning to Endure to Withstand and Withstand came from Latin.

Danny is a variant of popular Dangelo. Dangelo is version of prominent Deangelo. Prominent Dangelo came from English, meaning of Dangelo is "From Angelo and D'angelo" is majorly used in English.

Danny is a short form of Danforth. Danforth is variant of popular and biblical Daniel. Danforth means Place Name in Britain came from Old English and Hebrew. Danny is abridged form of Daniel.

Admired Spanish and English Daniel, meaning of Daniel is "God is My Judge God has Judged and Judge is God".. It is celebrated on December 11th.

How is Danny regarded as a baby name?

Danny is seen as a strong, classic and timeless baby name. It has grown in popularity in recent years, due to its simple but sophisticated sound.

Danny is often recognised as being a 'boy's name' and can be used for both sexes. Parents may also appreciate the fact that Danny works well with many different middle names and last names, as it is easily remembered.

It also has positive connotations, such as strength and reliability. Overall, Danny is regarded as an excellent choice for a baby name - one that you can be sure won't go out of style any time soon.

How do I pronounce Danny?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Danny is d(an)-ny. dan-ee is the different way(s) to pronounce the name.

Variants of Danny

Daniyel, Dangelo, Dante, Deangelo, Dan, Durante, Dantrell, Daniyyel, Daniel, Dange, Dahn, Dany, Jodan, Danr, Dandrell

Names that rhyme with Danny

How popular is the name Danny?

Danny was among the very popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1900 around 284752 babies have been given the moniker. When at its peak in 1947, the moniker grabbed the 39th spot and 9093 baby boys were given the name.

However after 209 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts but still dominating the charts. Moreover, the first name has been to the top 50 baby names 15 times Also, a popular name in England and Wales with over 7815 new-borns have been given the name since 1996.

At the peak of its usage in 1996, the moniker grabbed the 98th spot and 565 baby boys were given the name. Moreover, the given name has been to the top 100 baby names 1 times

Danny used to be a common name in Ireland, first appeared in 1970 and over 1411 babies have been given the name in 43 years.

At the peak of its usage in 2017,. However after 43 years, the name is currently sliding down on the charts. Danny is a familiar baby name in France, it has been in use since 1924 and was able to reach the top 300 names.

In 1948, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 267 on boy names chart when 94 babies were given the name Danny. There are over 3194 babies that have been given the name Danny in France.

Also, in New South Wales, the name had been in use for 30 years beginning from 1960 and had secured the place in top 100 names. In 1964, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 81 on boy names chart when 85 babies were given the name Danny.

There are over 1201 babies that have been given the name Danny in New South Wales.

Danny is a unique baby name in Netherlands, during its short term of usage, the name has been to the top 500 names.

In 2015, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 439 on boy names chart when 34 babies were named Danny. Also, during its short run of just 2 years in Queensland, it had made it to the top 100 names.

In 1966, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 96 on boy names chart when 35 babies were named Danny.

Danny is an uncommon baby name in Switzerland, even after 21 years of use, it could not make it big.

Over 254 people have been named Danny in Switzerland. In Belgium, it has been in use since 1995 and peaked in 1995 when it ranked 473rd. Over 154 babies in Belgium have been named Danny.

The given name is a rare baby name in Netherlands where it is still in use. And also in Queensland. But Danny is a popular baby name in Philippines where every 1 in 2000 have the name as well as in, England, Venezuela, Canada, Zambia, Ecuador, Indonesia, Australia, DR Congo, Malaysia, Peru, Colombia, Papua New Guinea, Germany and Mozambique.

At least, 760000 people globally have been given the name as per our estimate.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018539516854612
2017503572928011
2016478636881212
2015426714108349
2014430707130357
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Danny in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands167301226299141
Finland16416150
Sweden81424775
Norway14222875
Denmark1875070

Here's what numbers has to say about Danny

Changes don't represent a problem for you. On the contrary, you are all about change. You are easy to talk to but hard to understand. Your motto is: be the change you want to see in the world and make a difference while you are alive. You are a walking motivation and inspire people to take control over their lives and make the best of themselves. You are a child of change. You can become a great leader if you want. The question is how do you want to succeed in life?

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  •  Lorraine - Preeminent and Perpetual Lorraines origin is Old French and Latin is a gender-neutral name, meaning of Lorraine is "Made Famous in Battle or Saint Joan of Arc" is used in French and Swedish
  •  Theoderich came from Gothic, meaning of Theoderich is "Folk, Thiuda or Ruler" used as a baby boy name is used in Latin, German and Latinized
  •  Florian - Principally used in Finnish, Hindi and English durable and predominant, Florian has its origin in Latin and a unisex name, meaning of Florian is "Flowered, Flourishing or Flowery"
  •  Syl - Anomalous Syl is originated from Latin and English is used predominantly in English, Syl means "Relative to the Forest, Of the Forest and A Native of the Forest" is a baby boy name. Syl is short version of Sylvester.
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Sibling Names for Danny

If you're looking for sibling names that complement the name Danny, you've come to the right place! We've compiled a list of 20 names that would make great siblings for a little one named Danny. From timeless classics to trendy picks, there's something on this list for every family.

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Famous people named Danny

  • Danny Rivera, singer and songwriter
  • Danny Escobedo, Chicago petitioner
  • Danny Lux, American composer
  • Danny Williams, (7 January 1942 – 6 December 2005{{cite book
  • Danny Grewcock, retired English rugby union rugby lock
  • Danny Rubinstein, Israeli journalist and author
  • Danny Lui, Hong Kong entrepreneur and venture capitalist
  • Danny Hogan, charismatic underworld figure and boss of Saint Paul
  • Danny Bowes, was born on 14 April 1960, in West Ham, Essex
  • Danny Ecker, is former a German athlete competing
  • Danny McFarlane, Jamaican hurdler
  • Danny McNamee, former electronic engineer
  • Danny Gay, politician in the Province of New Brunswick
  • Danny Peary, American film critic and sports writer
  • Danny Roberts, Australian actor
  • Danny Ray, long-time contributing artist to the New York City music scene
  • Danny Nelissen, Dutch former professional road bicycle racer and former sports commentator at Eurosport
  • Danny Kelly, British music journalist, sports presenter
  • Danny McCarthy, American actor best known as Agent Danny Hale on 'Prison Break'
  • Danny Simon, American television writer and comedy teacher
  • Danny Roew, American music video and film director
  • Danny Weis, youtube
  • Danny Padilla, because of his short 5'2 stature and amazing ability to defeat much taller competitors
  • Danny Corcoran, was Newfoundland Ranger
  • Danny Law, former English cricketer
  • Danny Preddie,
  • Danny Fiszman, English diamond dealer
  • Danny Lee, former New Zealand international rugby union player
  • Danny Herrera, American powerlifter from East Los Angeles
  • Danny Daniels, Daniel Giagni Jr
  • Danny Miranda, first baseman for Ciego de Ávila of the Cuban National Series
  • Danny Kustow, former English rock guitarist
  • Danny Kallis, American television writer and producer
  • Danny Kah, former ice speed skater from Australia,
  • Danny Stanton, Chicago mobster and labor union racketeer for the Chicago Outfit during Prohibition
  • Danny Jorgensen, American professor at the Department of Religious Studies of the University of South Florida
  • Danny Cipriani, English rugby union player
  • Danny Newman, long-time press agent for the Lyric Opera of Chicago
  • Danny Oakes, American midget car hall of fame driver
  • Danny Lange, Dr
  • Danny McCormack, English singer and bassist
  • Danny Paul, rugby union footballer for Leeds Carnegie
  • Danny Rutigliano, American actor
  • Danny Cox, professional ice hockey forward
  • Danny Lee, Australian former rugby league footballer
  • Danny Basavich, American professional pool player from New Jersey
  • Danny Krasnov, retired Israeli pole vaulter
  • Danny Nutt, former college football assistant coach
  • Danny Hillis, American inventor, entrepreneur, scientist
  • Danny Nalliah, Sri Lankan Australian evangelical Christian pastor and young earth creationist
  • Danny Elfman, American composer, singer, songwriter
  • Danny Kaye, American actor, singer, dancer, comedian, musician

Comments :

I am also Danny. The name appeals to me very well. My mother said that she never wanted to call me any other way. I like the name well. - Danny Madison
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