Daniela Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdan-EE-lah / /dænˈiːlə/Hebrew; Italian; Spanish
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my judge; Italian: feminine form of Daniel; Spanish: feminine form of Daniel
Historical & Cultural Background
Daniela is primarily recognized as a feminine name derived from the Hebrew name Daniel. It has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Italian and Spanish-speaking countries. The name has been used in literature and media, contributing to its widespread recognition. In recent decades, it has also been adopted in English-speaking countries, though it remains predominantly feminine.
Trend Summary
Daniela has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often ranking among the top names for girls in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Danielle
- Daniella
International Variants
- Danièle (French)
- Daniella (Italian)
- Daniela (Spanish)
- Danijela (Croatian)
Famous people named Daniela
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daniela was first seen in the United States in 1982. Daniela has ranked as high as #1285 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Daniela has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daniela (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |