Danila

“God is my judge”

Russia origin · Unisex name

♂ 24% boys♀ 76% girls

#8593US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

203All-time births

📅 Since 197400

How to pronounce Danila

DAN·EE·luh

/ˈdæn.ˈiː.lə/ · stress on DAN · 3 syllables

“God is my judge”

Russia origin · Unisex name

What does Danila mean and where does it come from?

Danila is a feminine form of the male name Daniel, which has Hebrew origins where it means 'God is my judge' (Hebrew: דָּנִיֵּאל). The name has variations in different cultures and languages. In Slavic regions, particularly Russia and Ukraine, Danila is a popular name that can also reflect the dimin

Cultural significance

Danila has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Russia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #7225 in 1984 — currently #8593 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Danila?

Danila works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Danila Grace

How popular is Danila right now?

Rising fast — up 2767 spots — currently #8593 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#8593 · Top 6.3%

1975

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8593	12	▲ up 2767 · +50% births
2021	#11360	8	▲ up 1017 · +14% births
2020	#12377	7	▼ down 2712 · -36% births
2015	#9665	11	▼ down 1657 · -27% births
2010	#8008	15	▲ up 3197 · +67% births
2005	#11205	9	▼ down 1026 · +80% births
1975	#10179	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Danila

Best Year2010Rank #8008

Peak Count15

Average Rank#10198

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 20237 years

The story of Danila

Danila is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 203 total births recorded, Danila remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10179 in 1975 to #8593 in 2023. Danila is used for both genders: 76% female and 24% male.

Names that peaked alongside Danila in 1984:

Jennifer Jessica Ashley Amanda Sarah

Danila by decade

Danila peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	10
1980s	14
1990s	5
2000s	64
2010s ★	98
2020s	12

💎Danila has only 203 total recorded births since 1974 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Danila?

Common

DanDanieDanyIla

What names sound and feel like Danila?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Danila also consider these

Damila

Turkey · one who is

Dahila

India · the flower dahlia

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Danila

What does the name Danila mean?

Danila means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Russia tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Danila?

Danila is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Danila have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Danila?

Danila originates from Russia tradition. Russia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Danila?

Danila is a three-syllable name pronounced D AE1 N IY1 L AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Danila?

Danila pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Russia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.