Danilo Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdah-NEE-loh / dɑːˈniːloʊItalian; Slavic
Meaning
Italian: God is my judge; Slavic: Daniel's variant
Historical & Cultural Background
Danilo is a diminutive form of the name Daniel, which has biblical origins. It is commonly used in Italian and Slavic cultures. The name has been popular in various countries, particularly in Italy and among Slavic-speaking populations. It has also been associated with various saints and historical figures.
Trend Summary
Danilo has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among Italian-American families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dani
- Dan
International Variants
- Danijel (Croatian)
- Danilo (Spanish)
- Danylo (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Danilo
Danilo Gallinari is an Italian professional basketball player known for his skills in the NBA.
Danilo Pereira is a Portuguese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain.
Danilo Petrucci is an Italian motorcycle racer who has competed in MotoGP.
Danilo di Luca is an Italian former professional road racing cyclist known for his achievements in the Giro d'Italia.
Fictional characters named Danilo
Danilo is a character in the novel 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky, representing moral dilemmas.
Danilo is a character in the opera 'The Merry Widow' by Franz Lehár, known for his romantic pursuits.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danilo was first seen in the United States in 1946. Danilo has ranked as high as #1184 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Danilo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Danilo (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 39 | |
| TX | 38 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| AZ | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1956 | 13 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 13 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 19 |
| 1966 | 21 |
| 1967 | 14 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 27 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 31 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 31 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 33 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 25 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 45 |
| 1983 | 42 |
| 1984 | 42 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 45 |
| 1987 | 45 |
| 1988 | 54 |
| 1989 | 55 |
| 1990 | 61 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 55 |
| 1993 | 38 |
| 1994 | 60 |
| 1995 | 52 |
| 1996 | 48 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 52 |
| 2000 | 57 |
| 2001 | 47 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2003 | 60 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2005 | 83 |
| 2006 | 65 |
| 2007 | 87 |
| 2008 | 88 |
| 2009 | 90 |
| 2010 | 63 |
| 2011 | 91 |
| 2012 | 91 |
| 2013 | 86 |
| 2014 | 114 |
| 2015 | 197 |
| 2016 | 196 |
| 2017 | 200 |
| 2018 | 197 |
| 2019 | 155 |
| 2020 | 163 |
| 2021 | 204 |
| 2022 | 209 |
| 2023 | 206 |
| 2024 | 197 |