Danela Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: duh-NAY-lah //dəˈneɪlə//
Origin: Hebrew; Slavic
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my judge; Slavic: a form of Daniela
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Danela is derived from the Hebrew name Daniel, which means "God is my judge." The Hebrew root, דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel), combines the elements "dan" (to judge) and "El" (God). This name transitioned into Greek as Δανιήλ (Daniēl) and later into Latin as Danielis, before being adopted into Old French as Daniel.
The evolution into the modern form Danela likely reflects a feminine adaptation of Daniel, which has been a common practice in various cultures to create female counterparts of traditionally male names. Historically, the name Daniel is significant in Judeo-Christian traditions, prominently featured in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the Book of Daniel, which dates back to the 6th century BCE.
Daniel is known for his wisdom and for interpreting dreams, and he is often associated with themes of faith and divine judgment. The name gained further prominence through the Christian tradition, especially during the Middle Ages, when biblical names were widely adopted across Europe.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, solidified the name's presence in English-speaking cultures, ensuring its continued use. Culturally, names derived from Daniel, including Danela, carry connotations of strength, integrity, and divine favor.
The feminine form Danela may evoke a sense of grace while retaining the original name's powerful associations. In various cultures, names that signify a connection to the divine or moral authority have been cherished, contributing to their endurance through generations.
The name Danela, while less common than its masculine counterpart, reflects a broader tradition of adapting significant names for female use, thereby enriching the tapestry of personal naming practices.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danela was first seen in the United States in 1997.
Danela has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Danela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Danela 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 Danela was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Danela
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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 Danela.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |