Danny vs Electra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Danny

Boy #642 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my judge"

Origin: Hebrew (Daniyel)

Cultural Roots

American Irish English Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#642
Total SSA Count
435
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Dan

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Electra

Girl #10,284 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"amber, shining, bright"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Roman American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#10,284
Total SSA Count
11
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ellie, Ella, Elec

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Popularity Comparison

Danny Rank #642
Electra Rank #10,284

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 vs #10284 for Electra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Danny ___

  • Danny James
  • Danny Lee
  • Danny Michael
  • Danny Ray
  • Danny Wayne
  • Danny Thomas

Electra ___

  • Electra Rose
  • Electra Jade
  • Electra Vivienne
  • Electra Mae
  • Electra Grace
  • Electra Clio

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Danny

Tommy Jessie Bobby Sandy Timmy

If you choose Electra

Orestes Iphigenia Cassandra Penelope Lysander

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Danny or Electra more popular?

Danny is more popular, ranked #642 compared to Electra at #10284 in the United States.

What do Danny and Electra mean?

Danny means "God is my judge" (Hebrew (Daniyel) origin). Electra means "amber, shining, bright" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Danny and Electra boy or girl names?

Danny is primarily a boy name. Electra is primarily a girl name.

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