Dannette Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: dan-ET //dænˈɛt//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: God is my judge; Hebrew: God has judged
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dannette is a feminine form derived from the name Daniel, which has its roots in the Hebrew language. The original Hebrew name, דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel), translates to 'God is my judge.' This name was later adopted into Greek as Δανιήλ (Daniēl) and subsequently into Latin as Danielis.
The transition into Old French occurred during the medieval period, where it evolved into forms such as Daniele and eventually Dannette in English. The diminutive form, often used affectionately, reflects a common linguistic practice of creating softer, more intimate variations of names.
Historically, the name Daniel is significant in various religious texts, most notably in the Hebrew Bible, where Daniel is a prominent figure known for his wisdom and prophetic visions. The Book of Daniel, dating back to the 6th century BCE, recounts his experiences in Babylonian captivity and his interpretations of dreams, which contributed to the name's enduring legacy.
The name gained further prominence in Christian contexts through translations of the Bible, including the King James Version published in 1611, which solidified its usage in English-speaking cultures. Culturally, the name Dannette carries connotations of strength and moral integrity, reflective of its biblical origins.
It has been associated with themes of justice and divine guidance, resonating with various traditions that emphasize the importance of faith and righteousness. The name's feminine form, while less common than its masculine counterpart, reflects a broader trend in naming practices where names are adapted to signify gender while retaining their original meanings.
Thus, Dannette embodies a rich historical and cultural tapestry that connects it to its roots in ancient texts and traditions.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dannette was first seen in the United States in 1936.
Dannette has ranked as high as #1722 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Texas, Ohio, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Dannette has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Dannette 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 Dannette was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Dannette.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 6 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 8 | 8 |
| 1994 | 7 | 7 |
| 1993 | 10 | 10 |
| 1992 | 12 | 12 |
| 1991 | 13 | 13 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 |
| 1989 | 13 | 13 |
| 1988 | 9 | 9 |
| 1987 | 16 | 16 |
| 1986 | 23 | 23 |
| 1985 | 25 | 25 |
| 1984 | 31 | 31 |
| 1983 | 24 | 24 |
| 1982 | 20 | 20 |
| 1981 | 22 | 22 |
| 1980 | 31 | 31 |
| 1979 | 37 | 37 |
| 1978 | 25 | 25 |
| 1977 | 57 | 57 |
| 1976 | 49 | 49 |
| 1975 | 39 | 39 |
| 1974 | 49 | 49 |
| 1973 | 65 | 65 |
| 1972 | 68 | 68 |
| 1971 | 75 | 75 |
| 1970 | 79 | 79 |
| 1969 | 81 | 81 |
| 1968 | 81 | 81 |
| 1967 | 71 | 71 |
| 1966 | 91 | 91 |
| 1965 | 102 | 102 |
| 1964 | 77 | 77 |
| 1963 | 86 | 86 |
| 1962 | 72 | 72 |
| 1961 | 85 | 85 |
| 1960 | 79 | 79 |
| 1959 | 62 | 62 |
| 1958 | 62 | 62 |
| 1957 | 42 | 42 |
| 1956 | 53 | 53 |
| 1955 | 32 | 32 |
| 1954 | 25 | 25 |
| 1953 | 26 | 26 |
| 1952 | 21 | 21 |
| 1951 | 13 | 13 |
| 1950 | 23 | 23 |
| 1949 | 17 | 17 |
| 1948 | 11 | 11 |
| 1947 | 17 | 17 |
| 1946 | 15 | 15 |
| 1945 | 6 | 6 |
| 1944 | 6 | 6 |
| 1943 | 9 | 9 |
| 1942 | 13 | 13 |
| 1941 | 8 | 8 |
| 1940 | 5 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 | 6 |
| 1936 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Dannette (1986)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |