Danae
Danae is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Parched or dry; historically associated with the people of Argos.
Origin and history
Danae is a classical name of Ancient Greek origin, derived from mythology as the mother of Perseus by Zeus. In the United States, it has been steadily used as a distinct feminine name, maintaining a modest but consistent presence in name registries.
Popularity in the United States
7,443 babies in the United States have been named Danae since 1880. It ranks #1943 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1422.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.7 %)
- TX (13.3 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- FL (6.4 %)
- PA (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 16 |
| 1950-1960 | 122 |
| 1960-1970 | 269 |
| 1970-1980 | 550 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,293 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,699 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,815 |
| 2010-2019 | 987 |
| 2020-2029 | 692 |
Famous people named Danae
- Danae Mercer: Journalist, Influencer
Fun facts
- In classical legend, Danae was an Argive princess who was visited by Zeus in the form of a shower of gold.
- The myth of Danae has inspired famous paintings by artists like Titian, Rembrandt, and Gustav Klimt.