Danell Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: DAN-el //ˈdæn.əl//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: God is my judge; Hebrew: God has judged
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Danell is derived from the Hebrew name Daniel, which means "God is my judge." The etymological journey begins with the Hebrew root דָּן (Dan), meaning "to judge," combined with אֵל (El), meaning "God." This name was adopted into Greek as Δανιήλ (Daniēl) and subsequently into Latin as Danielis. The name made its way into Old French as Daniel, before being anglicized to Danell in English.
This transformation reflects the linguistic shifts and adaptations that occurred as the name traveled through different cultures and languages over centuries. Historically, Daniel is a significant biblical figure, known for his wisdom and prophetic visions, as detailed in the Book of Daniel, which is part of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament.
The narrative, which includes the famous story of Daniel in the lion's den, dates back to the 6th century BCE, during the Babylonian exile. The name gained further prominence through various translations of the Bible, particularly the King James Version in the early 17th century, which helped solidify its use in English-speaking contexts.
Culturally, the name Danell and its variants have been associated with themes of justice, faith, and divine guidance, resonating with the qualities attributed to the biblical Daniel. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing strength and moral integrity.
Additionally, diminutive forms such as Dan or Danny have emerged, reflecting a more informal or affectionate usage. The enduring legacy of the name Danell can be traced back to its rich historical roots and the cultural significance it has held throughout the centuries.
Famous people named Danell
In this section, you will find notable people named Danell. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Danell who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Danell Leyva is a gymnast best known for competing in the Olympics and winning multiple medals at the World Championships.
Danell McLemore is a musician best known for his work as a guitarist and songwriter in the rock genre.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danell was first seen in the United States in 1957.
Danell has ranked as high as #1060 nationally, which occurred in 1975, and has been most popular in New York.
In the past 5 years the name Danell has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Danell 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 Danell was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Danell (2018)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
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 Danell.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1975 | 18 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |