Danette
Danette is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is my judge.
Origin and history
Danette is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, formed as a diminutive elaboration of Dana or Daniel. It gained moderate popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century but has since become rare. Today, it offers a distinctive, vintage feel with a familiar rhythm.
Popularity in the United States
10,392 babies in the United States have been named Danette since 1880. It ranks #1593 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2055.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.6 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- NY (6.6 %)
- TX (6.6 %)
- PA (6.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 37 |
| 1940-1950 | 183 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,974 |
| 1960-1970 | 4,394 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,549 |
| 1980-1990 | 745 |
| 1990-2000 | 252 |
| 2000-2010 | 120 |
| 2010-2019 | 92 |
| 2020-2029 | 46 |
Nicknames
Dani, Dan, Dee
Fun facts
- Danette experienced its peak popularity in the United States during the 1960s.
- The name combines the ancient Hebrew root Daniel with the French feminine diminutive suffix '-ette'.