Danielle Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdan-ee-EL / /dæn.iˈɛl/Hebrew; French
Meaning
Hebrew: God is my judge; French: feminine form of Daniel
Historical & Cultural Background
Danielle is primarily a feminine name derived from the Hebrew name Daniel. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions, where it serves as a feminine variant. The name has gained popularity in the English-speaking world as well, often associated with strength and judgment due to its biblical roots.
Trend Summary
Danielle has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dani
- Danya
International Variants
- Danielle (French)
- Daniella (Spanish)
- Danièle (French)
Famous people named Danielle
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Fictional characters named Danielle
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Danielle was first seen in the United States in 1963. Danielle has ranked as high as #1079 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, District of Columbia, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Danielle has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Danielle (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 28 |
| 1971 | 30 |
| 1972 | 34 |
| 1973 | 53 |
| 1974 | 57 |
| 1975 | 46 |
| 1976 | 57 |
| 1977 | 60 |
| 1978 | 53 |
| 1979 | 71 |
| 1980 | 81 |
| 1981 | 74 |
| 1982 | 76 |
| 1983 | 68 |
| 1984 | 85 |
| 1985 | 105 |
| 1986 | 85 |
| 1987 | 76 |
| 1988 | 69 |
| 1989 | 117 |
| 1990 | 72 |
| 1991 | 43 |
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 38 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |