Danielle
Danielle: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dænˈjɛl/ · /dænˈjeɫ/
Meaning and origin of Danielle
- A female given name from French, masculine equivalent Daniel.
Etymology
Borrowed from French Danielle, the feminine form of Daniel.
How popular is Danielle?
Since 1880, 371,803 girls and 1,895 boys in the U.S. have been named Danielle (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #14 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #884 in 1985. In 2025 it ranked #549 for girls, with 550 babies given the name.
Names similar to Danielle
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Sibling name ideas for Danielle
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Danielle FAQ
What does the name Danielle mean?
A female given name from French, masculine equivalent Daniel. Borrowed from French Danielle, the feminine form of Daniel.
What is the origin of the name Danielle?
Danielle is listed as a name of French origin.
How popular is the name Danielle?
Since 1880, 371,803 girls and 1,895 boys in the U.S. have been named Danielle (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #14 in 1987. Its highest rank for boys was #884 in 1985. In 2025 it ranked #549 for girls, with 550 babies given the name.
Is Danielle a boy or girl name?
Danielle is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 371,803 girls and 1,895 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.