Danalee Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAN-uh-lee //ˈdænəli//
Origin: English; American
Meaning: Combination of 'Dana' and 'Lee'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Danalee is a modern feminine name that appears to be a blend of the name "Dana" and the suffix "lee." The name Dana has roots in Hebrew, derived from the name "Daniyyel," meaning "God is my judge." This name was adopted into English through various forms, including the Latin "Danielis" and the Old French "Daniel." The addition of "lee" is often associated with English surnames and place names, derived from Old English "leah," meaning "clearing" or "meadow." Thus, Danalee can be interpreted as "clearing of Dana" or "meadow of God is my judge." Historically, the name Dana has been used in various cultures, with notable figures such as Danaus, a mythological king of Argos in Greek mythology, who is often referenced in classical literature. The name gained traction in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unisex name before evolving into more distinctly feminine forms like Danalee.
The use of the suffix "lee" has been popular in English names since at least the 19th century, often conveying a sense of nature or place. Culturally, names that incorporate elements like "Dana" often carry connotations of strength and justice due to their biblical roots.
The blending of names to create unique forms like Danalee reflects a broader trend in naming practices, where parents seek to create distinctive identities for their children. This name, while modern, resonates with historical significance through its components, linking it to ancient traditions and meanings that have endured over time.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danalee was first seen in the United States in 1946.
Danalee has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Danalee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Danalee is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Danalee was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Danalee
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Danalee.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1946 | 6 |