Danila Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationduh-NEE-lah / dəˈniːləSlavic; Hebrew
Meaning
Slavic: God is my judge; Hebrew: God has judged
Historical & Cultural Background
Danila is a diminutive form of the name Daniel, which has roots in both Hebrew and Slavic cultures. In Slavic countries, Danila is often used as a standalone name. The name has been popular in various forms across Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and Ukraine. It is associated with strong religious connotations due to its biblical origins.
Trend Summary
Danila has seen moderate popularity in Eastern European countries, particularly in Russia.
Similar Names
Variants
- Danil
- Danya
International Variants
- Danilo (Italian)
- Daniil (Russian)
- Daniel (English)
- Dani (Spanish)
Famous people named Danila
Danila Kozlovsky is a Russian actor known for his roles in films such as 'Vampire Academy' and 'Legend No. 17'.
Danila Poperechny is a Russian stand-up comedian and YouTuber recognized for his humorous content and performances.
Fictional characters named Danila
Danila is a character in the film 'Brother', where he is portrayed as a young man navigating the complexities of life in post-Soviet Russia.
Danila is also a character in the video game 'Metro 2033', representing the struggles of humanity in a dystopian future.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danila was first seen in the United States in 2007. Danila has ranked as high as #1370 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Danila has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Danila
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 5 |