"God is my judge"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Ukrainian
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A Slavic feminine form of Daniel with Ukrainian royal heritage
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"divine justice"
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The Story of Danyla
Danyla is a feminine Slavic form of the Hebrew name Daniyel (Daniel), meaning 'God is my judge.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as the prophet Daniel, whose extraordinary faith protected him in the lion's den and enabled him to interpret divine visions. Carried throughout Europe by Christianity, the name took distinctive forms in Eastern Europe — particularly in Ukraine, where Danylo/Danyla carries centuries of history. The medieval Galician prince Danylo (Daniel of Galicia, 1201-1264) was one of the most powerful rulers in Eastern Europe, giving this name particular resonance in Ukrainian heritage.
Daniel and its Slavic variants have been popular throughout Eastern Europe for centuries. The feminine form Danyla has gained interest among parents of Ukrainian heritage seeking names that connect to Eastern European roots while remaining familiar-sounding in English-speaking countries.
Prince Danylo of Galicia (1201-1264) founded the city of Lviv (originally called Lvov, later renamed for his son Lev) and was crowned King of Rus by the Pope in 1253. He remains one of Ukraine's greatest historical figures, making Danyla a name of royal and cultural heritage.
Historical Record
Danyla first appeared in US Social Security records in 2002.
Over 677 babies have been named Danyla in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Danyla is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,616 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Prince Danylo of Galicia, whose name this honors, founded the city of Lviv around 1256 — now one of Ukraine's most beautiful and culturally significant cities
- The biblical prophet Daniel's faith in the lion's den (Book of Daniel, chapter 6) has made this one of the most enduring names in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions
Danyla in Other Languages
Hebrew
דניאלה
Italian
Daniela
Russian
Даниила
Spanish
Daniela
Ukrainian
Даниля
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#3,616
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A traditional Ukrainian feminine name with royal resonance, connected to Prince Danylo of Galicia, founder of Lviv and K...
A traditional Ukrainian feminine name with royal resonance, connected to Prince Danylo of Galicia, founder of Lviv and King of Rus (1253)
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,616
- Total SSA Count
- 43
- Cultural Origins
- Ukrainian Russian Eastern European Polish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Danya
Dani
Dana
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danyla
What does the name Danyla mean?
"God is my judge" (from Hebrew). "divine justice" (from Hebrew). Danyla is a feminine Slavic form of the Hebrew name Daniyel (Daniel), meaning 'God is my judge.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as the prophet Daniel, whose extraordinary faith protected him in the lion's den and enabled him to interpret divine visions. Carried throughout Europe by Christianity, the name took distinctive forms in Eastern Europe — particularly in Ukraine, where Danylo/Danyla carries centuries of history. The medieval Galician prince Danylo (Daniel of Galicia, 1201-1264) was one of the most powerful rulers in Eastern Europe, giving this name particular resonance in Ukrainian heritage.
What is the origin of the name Danyla?
Danyla has Hebrew, Ukrainian, Russian, Eastern European, and Polish origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my judge". In Hebrew, it means "divine justice".
Is Danyla a boy or girl name?
Danyla is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Danyla?
Danyla is currently ranked #3616 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Danyla?
Common nicknames for Danyla include Danya, Dani, and Dana.
What are good middle names for Danyla?
Popular middle name pairings include Danyla Rose, Danyla Marie, Danyla Sofia, Danyla Grace, and Danyla Victoria.
What are good sibling names for Danyla?
Names that pair well with Danyla as siblings include Natasha, Iryna, Mykola, Bohdan, Lesya, and Oksana.
How many syllables does Danyla have?
Danyla has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Danyla a common or rare name?
Danyla is an uncommon name, ranked #3616 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Danyla?
Are there other spellings for Danyla?
Related spellings include Danya.
About the Name Danyla
Danyla is a girl name with Ukrainian, Russian, Eastern European, and Polish origins . The name means "God is my judge" in Hebrew .
Danyla is currently ranked #3,616 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Danyla has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Danyla include Danya, Dani, and Dana. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Danyla include Danya . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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