"God is my judge"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Danilo
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Meaning & Origin
"divine justice"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Italian/Slavic
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The Story of Danilo
Danilo is the Slavic and Italian form of Daniel, derived from the Hebrew Daniyel, meaning God is my judge (combining Dan meaning judge and El meaning God). The name has been used throughout history by saints, kings, and rulers across Slavic countries and Italy, carrying the same rich biblical heritage as Daniel while sounding distinctly Mediterranean.
Danilo is perennially popular across Italy, Croatia, Serbia, and especially Brazil, where it ranks among the most common men's names. In the Americas, it is favored by Latin American communities who prefer this Italian/Slavic form over anglicized Daniel.
In Montenegro, Danilo was the name of several ruling princes and metropolitans. Danilo I (1670-1735) founded the Petrovic-Njegos dynasty. In Brazil, Danilo has deep cultural roots and is one of the country's enduring masculine names.
Historical Record
Danilo first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 4,509 babies have been named Danilo in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Danilo is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,096 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Danilo is among the 20 most popular names in Brazil
- Montenegro's royal dynasty included multiple princes named Danilo in the 18th-19th centuries
Danilo in Other Languages
Hebrew
דניאל
Italian
Danilo
Serbian
Данило
Spanish
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Croatian
Danilo
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Danilo
Popularity Over Time
#1,096
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Danilo Petrucci
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1990
Italian MotoGP motorcycle racer who won the 2019 Italian Grand Prix at Mugello
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Danilo Gallinari
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1988
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,096
- Total SSA Count
- 197
- Cultural Origins
- Italian Croatian Serbian Montenegrin Brazilian Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Dani
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danilo
What does the name Danilo mean?
"God is my judge" (from Hebrew). "divine justice" (from Biblical Hebrew). Danilo is the Slavic and Italian form of Daniel, derived from the Hebrew Daniyel, meaning God is my judge (combining Dan meaning judge and El meaning God). The name has been used throughout history by saints, kings, and rulers across Slavic countries and Italy, carrying the same rich biblical heritage as Daniel while sounding distinctly Mediterranean.
What is the origin of the name Danilo?
Danilo has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Italian, Croatian, Serbian, Montenegrin, Brazilian, and Spanish origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my judge". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "divine justice".
Is Danilo a boy or girl name?
Danilo is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Danilo?
Danilo is currently ranked #1096 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Danilo?
Common nicknames for Danilo include Dani and Dan.
What are good middle names for Danilo?
Popular middle name pairings include Danilo Marco, Danilo Luca, Danilo Rafael, Danilo Antonio, Danilo Matteo, and Danilo Giovanni.
What are good sibling names for Danilo?
Names that pair well with Danilo as siblings include Marco, Lucia, Rafael, Isabella, Matteo, and Sofia.
How many syllables does Danilo have?
Danilo has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Danilo a common or rare name?
Danilo is an uncommon name, ranked #1096 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Danilo
Danilo is a boy name with Italian, Croatian, Serbian, Montenegrin, Brazilian, and Spanish origins . The name means "God is my judge" in Hebrew .
Danilo is currently ranked #1,096 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Danilo has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Danilo include Dani and Dan. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Danilo include Daniel, Dani, Daniyal, Daniil . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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