Danielle
Danielle is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
God is my judge.
Origin and history
Danielle is the French feminine form of Daniel, which derives from Hebrew elements meaning 'God is my judge'. It gained immense popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, becoming a classic staple. While its usage has softened in recent years, it remains a well-recognized and enduring name.
Popularity in the United States
371,803 babies in the United States have been named Danielle since 1880. It ranks #100 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #471.
States where it is most popular
- CA (11.7 %)
- NY (10.7 %)
- PA (5.9 %)
- OH (4.9 %)
- NJ (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 169 |
| 1940-1950 | 881 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,711 |
| 1960-1970 | 13,153 |
| 1970-1980 | 60,918 |
| 1980-1990 | 134,379 |
| 1990-2000 | 109,597 |
| 2000-2010 | 35,628 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,535 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,832 |
Famous people named Danielle
- Danielle Steel: Author, Novelist
- Danielle Brooks: Actress, Singer
- Danielle Fishel: Actress, Director
Nicknames
Dani, Danni, Dee, Elle
Fun facts
- Danielle developed in France as the feminine counterpart to Daniel before becoming widely adopted throughout the English-speaking world.
- The name reached its peak popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, frequently ranking among the top 20 girls' names.