Daniellah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dan-ee-LAH //ˈdæniˌlɑː//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my judge; English: variant of Daniel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daniellah is a variant of the name Daniel, which has its roots in the Hebrew name דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel), meaning "God is my judge." This name is composed of two elements: "dan," meaning "to judge," and "el," meaning "God." The name Daniel appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably in the Book of Daniel, which dates back to the 6th century BCE, where Daniel is portrayed as a wise and faithful figure who interprets dreams and serves in the court of Babylonian kings. The name was later adopted into Greek as Δανιήλ (Daniēl) and subsequently into Latin as Daniel, before making its way into Old French and eventually into English during the medieval period, particularly through biblical translations and the influence of Christian texts.
Throughout history, the name Daniel has been borne by numerous notable figures, including saints and biblical characters, which contributed to its enduring significance in various cultures. The name was popularized in the Christian tradition due to the prominence of the biblical Daniel, who is revered for his faith and integrity.
The name's variants, including Daniellah, emerged as feminine forms, reflecting the cultural practice of adapting male names for female use, particularly in the context of modern naming conventions. Culturally, the name Daniellah carries connotations of strength and divine judgment, resonating with the qualities associated with its biblical namesake.
The feminine form Daniellah may also evoke a sense of grace and individuality while maintaining a connection to its historical roots. The name's evolution reflects broader trends in naming practices, where traditional names are adapted to fit contemporary tastes while preserving their original meanings and associations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daniellah was first seen in the United States in 2009.
Daniellah has ranked as high as #1372 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Daniellah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Daniellah 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 Daniellah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Daniellah
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.
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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 Daniellah.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 6 |