Dani
Dani: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdæni/
Meaning and origin of Dani
- A diminutive of the female given name Danielle and of its variant forms.
- A diminutive of the male given name Daniel; a rare spelling variant of Danny.
How popular is Dani?
Since 1880, 10,339 girls and 1,085 boys in the U.S. have been named Dani (91% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #674 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #2195 in 1958. In 2025 it ranked #747 for girls, with 389 babies given the name.
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Dani FAQ
What does the name Dani mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Danielle and of its variant forms. A diminutive of the male given name Daniel; a rare spelling variant of Danny.
How popular is the name Dani?
Since 1880, 10,339 girls and 1,085 boys in the U.S. have been named Dani (91% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #674 in 2022. Its highest rank for boys was #2195 in 1958. In 2025 it ranked #747 for girls, with 389 babies given the name.
Is Dani a boy or girl name?
Dani is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 10,339 girls and 1,085 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.