"God is my judge"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Danielle
Pronunciation: [ d-an-ee-EHL ]
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A classic French feminine name meaning God is my judge
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Meaning & Origin
"God is my strength"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: French
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The Story of Danielle
Danielle is the French feminine form of Daniel, a Hebrew name from 'dani-el' meaning 'God is my judge' or 'God is my strength.' In the Hebrew Bible, Daniel was the prophet who interpreted Nebuchadnezzar's dreams and emerged unscathed from the lion's den through faith. The French feminine form Danielle became popular in English-speaking countries through the 20th century, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
Danielle peaked in the US in the late 1980s, ranking #9 in 1989. It became a defining name of that generation — recognizable, classic, and associated with the confident women who shaped the 1990s cultural landscape.
The Prophet Daniel is revered in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, giving Daniel and Danielle profound cross-cultural religious significance. In France, Danielle carries mid-century elegance and sophistication.
Historical Record
Danielle first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 370,189 babies have been named Danielle in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Danielle is past its peak , currently ranked #522 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Danielle Steel is one of the best-selling fiction authors in history with over 800 million books sold worldwide
- The name Daniel and its variants appear in the sacred texts of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Danielle in Other Languages
French
Danielle
German
Daniela
Hebrew
דָּנִיאֵלָה
Italian
Daniela
Spanish
Daniela
Portuguese
Daniela
Popularity Over Time
#522
Current Rank
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Peaked 1987
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Danielle
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Danielle Fishel
Actor
1981
American actress known for playing Topanga Lawrence in the beloved 1990s sitcom Boy Meets World
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Danielle Steel
Writer
1947
American novelist and one of the world's best-selling fiction authors with over 800 million books sold
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #522
- Total SSA Count
- 588
- Cultural Origins
- French English American Italian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Dani
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danielle
What does the name Danielle mean?
"God is my judge" (from Hebrew). "God is my strength" (from Biblical Hebrew). Danielle is the French feminine form of Daniel, a Hebrew name from 'dani-el' meaning 'God is my judge' or 'God is my strength.' In the Hebrew Bible, Daniel was the prophet who interpreted Nebuchadnezzar's dreams and emerged unscathed from the lion's den through faith. The French feminine form Danielle became popular in English-speaking countries through the 20th century, peaking in the 1980s and 1990s.
What is the origin of the name Danielle?
Danielle has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, French, English, American, and Italian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my judge". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "God is my strength".
Is Danielle a boy or girl name?
Danielle is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #522. As a boy name, it is ranked #12570. Danielle is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Danielle?
Danielle is pronounced d-an-ee-EHL.
How popular is the name Danielle?
Danielle is currently ranked #522 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Danielle?
Common nicknames for Danielle include Dani, Danni, Ella, Elle, and Danie.
What are good middle names for Danielle?
Popular middle name pairings include Danielle Marie, Danielle Rose, Danielle Nicole, Danielle Claire, Danielle Anne, Danielle Grace, and Danielle Louise.
What are good sibling names for Danielle?
Names that pair well with Danielle as siblings include Melissa, Stephanie, Nicole, Michael, Christopher, Jennifer, and Matthew.
How many syllables does Danielle have?
Danielle has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Danielle a common or rare name?
Danielle is moderately common, ranked #522 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Danielle
Danielle is a girl name with French, English, American, and Italian origins . The name means "God is my judge" in Hebrew .
Is Danielle a boy or girl name? Danielle is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #522 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #12,570. Danielle is more commonly used as a girl name.
Danielle is currently ranked #522 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Danielle has 3 syllables and is pronounced d-an-ee-EHL, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Danielle include Dani, Danni, Ella, Elle, and Danie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Danielle include Daniela, Daniella, Dani, Dania, Danica . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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