Danna

A feminine form of Daniel meaning 'God is my judge'.
American origin · Unisex name
1% boys99% girls
#295US 2023
1.1kBirths / yr
Rising
20.6kAll-time births
📅 Since 191600.07% of births at peak

What does Danna mean and where does it come from?

Danna is a feminine name that can be traced back to the Hebrew name 'Daniel'. It has variations across different cultures and is popular in the United States as well as in Ireland. In Irish, Danna can refer to a sense of nobility or strength. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and remain

Cultural significance
Danna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a feminine form of daniel meaning 'god is my judge'..
Peak popularity
Reached #267 in 2010 — currently #295 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Danna?

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

Danna Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Danna Rose
Floral · soft ending
Danna Mae
Sweet · timeless
Danna Claire
French influence · crisp
Danna Jane
Literary · strong
Danna Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Danna right now?

Rising fast — up 59 spots — currently #295 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 19202023#295 · Top 0.22%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#2951,055▲ up 59 · +17% births
2022#354899▲ up 13 · +7% births
2021#367843▲ up 121 · +36% births
2020#488620▲ up 32 · +3% births
2015#520602▼ down 253 · -51% births
2010#2671,226▲ up 260 · +124% births
2005#527548▲ up 1077 · +398% births
2000#1604110▲ up 142 · +33% births
1995#174683▼ down 464 · -35% births
1990#1282127▲ up 16 · +23% births
1985#1298103▼ down 255 · -25% births
1980#1043137▼ down 192 · -13% births
1975#851157▼ down 164 · -32% births
1970#687230▲ up 16 · +17% births
1965#703197

The story of Danna

Danna entered American naming records in 1916 and has been in use for over 108 years. A total of 20,634 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4321 in 1920 to #295 in 2023. Danna is used for both genders: 99% female and 1% male.

Names that peaked alongside Danna in 2010:

Danna by decade

Danna peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

DecadeBirths
1910s10
1920s85
1930s204
1940s849
1950s1,385
1960s2,222
1970s1,671
1980s1,209
1990s980
2000s4,452
2010s6,947
2020s620

What are good nicknames for Danna?

ENGLISH
DanetteDanita
ARABIC
Danyal
ARMENIAN
DanielTaniel
BASQUE
Danel

Common questions about the name Danna

What does the name Danna mean?
Danna means "A feminine form of Daniel meaning 'God is my judge'." — a name rooted in American 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 Danna?
Danna is currently ranked #295 in the United States as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Danna have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Danna?
Danna originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Danna trending right now?
Danna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Danna more of a girl or boy name?
Danna is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.