Danylo

“God is my judge”

Ukraine origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5107US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

67All-time births

📅 Since 198200

What does Danylo mean and where does it come from?

Danylo is a variant of the name Daniel in Ukrainian. It is derived from the Hebrew name דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel), meaning 'God is my judge.' The name has historical importance, as Saint Daniel is recognized in both Christian and Jewish traditions. Danylo is particularly common in Ukraine and is associa

Cultural significance

Danylo has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ukraine-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is my judge.

Peak popularity

Reached #7236 in 1982 — currently #5107 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Danylo?

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

Danylo Grace

How popular is Danylo right now?

Rising fast — up 1802 spots — currently #5107 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#5107 · Top 3.8%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5107	19	▲ up 1802 · +58% births
2022	#6909	12	▲ up 3037 · +71% births
2021	#9946	7	▼ down 1722 · -22% births
2020	#8224	9	▲ up 2857 · +50% births
2015	#11081	6	▲ up 147
2010	#11228	6	▼ down 1560
2000	#9668	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Danylo

Best Year2023Rank #5107

Peak Count19

Average Rank#8880

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Danylo

Danylo is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 67 total births recorded, Danylo remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9668 in 2000 to #5107 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Danylo in 1982:

Michael Christopher Matthew Jason David

Danylo by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	5
2000s	12
2010s ★	41
2020s	9

💎Danylo has only 67 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Danylo?

Common

DanDaAnylo

What names sound and feel like Danylo?

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

Danilo

Italy · God is my

Dangelo

Italy · derived from 'Angelo',

Danielo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Zaylo

English · A meaningful name

Kaylo

Pacific Islands · the one who

Damilo

Brazil · Portuguese

Darlo

American · A variation of

Jaylo

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Common questions about the name Danylo

What does the name Danylo mean?

Danylo means "God is my judge" — a name rooted in Ukraine 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 Danylo?

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

What is the cultural origin of Danylo?

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

What sibling names go well with Danylo?

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

Is Danylo trending right now?

Danylo is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.