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Daniella

Pronunciation: [ d-any-EHL-uh ]

Girl Name #507 Most Popular Steady 4 Syllables

Italian elegance with biblical depth

Italian Spanish Hebrew American
Classic Elegant Traditional Sophisticated Royal

Meaning & Origin

"God is my judge"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew

Things to Know About This Name

  • Double-l spelling may cause frequent corrections vs. single-l Daniela
  • Dani as a nickname overlaps with male Dani, which some may find confusing

The Story of Daniella

Daniella is the Italian and Spanish double-l feminine form of Daniel, from the Hebrew 'Dan-i-El' meaning 'God is my judge.' The prophet Daniel, who survived the lion's den, gave this name biblical gravitas. The feminine form developed through medieval Europe and flourishes in Italian and Iberian cultures.

Daniella has maintained steady popularity as a full, formal alternative to the more common Danielle, appealing to parents who love the Italian flair of the double-l suffix (-ella).

In Italy and Spain, Daniella is a beloved feminine classic with elegant sound; in Latin America, Daniela (single-l) is even more common.

Fun Facts

  • The prophet Daniel's name has inspired hundreds of name variants across dozens of languages.
  • Daniella is one of the few names that works nearly identically across English, Italian, and Spanish.
  • The suffix '-ella' from Italian literally means 'little,' adding an endearing diminutive quality.

Daniella in Other Languages

French Daniella
Hebrew דָּנִיֵּאלָה
Italian Daniella
Spanish Daniela

Famous People Named Daniella

D

Daniella Monet

Actor

1989

American actress known for Victorious on Nickelodeon

D

Daniella Pick

Musician

1983

Israeli singer and wife of director Quentin Tarantino

D

Daniella Alonso

Actor

1978

American actress known for One Tree Hill and Revolution

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Syllables
4
Popularity Rank
#507
Total SSA Count
604
Cultural Origins
Italian Spanish Hebrew American
Pronunciation
Easy
Formality
Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease
High

Alternative Spellings

Common Nicknames

Dani Ella Danni Danny

Pairs Well With

Daniella Rose Daniella Marie Daniella Grace Daniella Sofia Daniella Nicole Daniella Faith Daniella Alexandra

Sibling Names

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Daniella is also used as a boy name, ranked #21925.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Daniella

What does the name Daniella mean?
"God is my judge" (from Hebrew). Daniella is the Italian and Spanish double-l feminine form of Daniel, from the Hebrew 'Dan-i-El' meaning 'God is my judge.' The prophet Daniel, who survived the lion's den, gave this name biblical gravitas. The feminine form developed through medieval Europe and flourishes in Italian and Iberian cultures.
What is the origin of the name Daniella?
Daniella has Hebrew, Italian, Spanish, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my judge".
Is Daniella a boy or girl name?
Daniella is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #507. As a boy name, it is ranked #21925. Daniella is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Daniella?
Daniella is pronounced d-any-EHL-uh.
How popular is the name Daniella?
Daniella is currently ranked #507 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Daniella?
Common nicknames for Daniella include Dani, Ella, Danni, and Danny.
What are good middle names for Daniella?
Popular middle name pairings include Daniella Rose, Daniella Marie, Daniella Grace, Daniella Sofia, Daniella Nicole, Daniella Faith, and Daniella Alexandra.
What are good sibling names for Daniella?
Names that pair well with Daniella as siblings include Gabriel, Raphael, Isabella, Valentina, Emilio, Lorenzo, and Lucia.
How many syllables does Daniella have?
Daniella has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Daniella a common or rare name?
Daniella is moderately common, ranked #507 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Daniella

Daniella is a girl name with Italian, Spanish, Hebrew, and American origins . The name means "God is my judge" in Hebrew .

Is Daniella a boy or girl name? Daniella is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #507 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #21,925. Daniella is more commonly used as a girl name.

Daniella is currently ranked #507 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

The name Daniella has 4 syllables and is pronounced d-any-EHL-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Daniella include Dani, Ella, Danni, and Danny. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Daniella include Daniela, Danielle, Dani, Dania, Danica . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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