"God is my judge"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Ukrainian
Danylo
Boy Name
#5,936 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A Ukrainian royal name — God is my judge
Ukrainian
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Eastern Slavic
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Meaning & Origin
"my judge is God"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: English
The Story of Danylo
Danylo is the Ukrainian form of Daniel, one of the most beloved biblical names, derived from the Hebrew Daniyyel meaning God is my judge (from din, to judge + El, God). While the English Daniel and French Daniel were Latinized through the Vulgate Bible, Danylo preserves the Slavic phonology that evolved in medieval Kievan Rus. The name has been used in Ukraine for over a thousand years, carried by princes, kings, and countless ordinary Ukrainians across generations.
Danylo has been consistently popular in Ukraine, regularly appearing in top baby name lists. Internationally, the name has gained visibility as Ukrainian culture, history, and identity have received greater global attention. For parents of Ukrainian heritage in the diaspora, Danylo offers a way to honor their roots while using a name with familiar Daniel at its core.
Danylo Halytsky (Daniel of Galicia, c. 1201-1264) is one of the most celebrated figures in Ukrainian history. He unified the principalities of Galicia and Volhynia into a powerful kingdom, resisted the Mongol invasion, received a royal crown from Pope Innocent IV in 1253 (becoming the first and only King of Rus), and is revered as a founder of Ukrainian statehood.
Fun Facts
- Danylo Halytsky was crowned King of Ruthenia in 1253, making him the only ruler ever to bear the title King of Rus
- The city of Lviv (Lvov) was founded by Danylo Halytsky around 1256, named after his son Lev
- Daniel is one of the top-10 most popular names in the United States, making Danylo a distinctive but instantly recognizable Ukrainian variant
Danylo in Other Languages
Hebrew
דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniel)
Polish
Daniel
Italian
Daniele
Russian
Даниил (Daniil)
Serbian
Danilo
Ukrainian
Данило (Danylo)
Popularity Over Time
#5,936
Current Rank
Rising
Trend
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Danylo
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Danylo Sych
Athlete
1992
Ukrainian professional footballer who has played for clubs in Ukraine and abroad; represents the modern generation of pr...
Ukrainian professional footballer who has played for clubs in Ukraine and abroad; represents the modern generation of prominent Danylos in Ukrainian sport
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Danylo Halytsky (Daniel of Galicia)
Royalty
1201
King of Ruthenia (r. 1253-1264); first and only ruler to hold the title King of Rus; unified Galicia-Volhynia, resisted ...
King of Ruthenia (r. 1253-1264); first and only ruler to hold the title King of Rus; unified Galicia-Volhynia, resisted the Mongols, and founded the city of Lviv
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Danylo (Daniel, Book of Daniel)
Religious
Biblical prophet and hero of the Book of Daniel; survived the lions den and interpreted dreams for Babylonian kings; one...
Biblical prophet and hero of the Book of Daniel; survived the lions den and interpreted dreams for Babylonian kings; one of the Four Major Prophets
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,936
- Total SSA Count
- 15
- Cultural Origins
- Ukrainian Russian Polish Eastern Slavic Belarusian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Danya
Dan
Dano
Pairs Well With
Danylo Ivan
Danylo Andriy
Danylo Mykola
Danylo Oleksandr
Danylo Vasyl
Danylo Bohdan
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danylo
What does the name Danylo mean?
"God is my judge" (from Hebrew). "my judge is God" (from Biblical Hebrew). Danylo is the Ukrainian form of Daniel, one of the most beloved biblical names, derived from the Hebrew Daniyyel meaning God is my judge (from din, to judge + El, God). While the English Daniel and French Daniel were Latinized through the Vulgate Bible, Danylo preserves the Slavic phonology that evolved in medieval Kievan Rus. The name has been used in Ukraine for over a thousand years, carried by princes, kings, and countless ordinary Ukrainians across generations.
What is the origin of the name Danylo?
Danylo has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, Eastern Slavic, and Belarusian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my judge". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "my judge is God".
Is Danylo a boy or girl name?
Danylo is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Danylo?
Danylo is currently ranked #5936 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Danylo?
Common nicknames for Danylo include Danya, Dan, and Dano.
What are good middle names for Danylo?
Popular middle name pairings include Danylo Ivan, Danylo Andriy, Danylo Mykola, Danylo Oleksandr, Danylo Vasyl, and Danylo Bohdan.
What are good sibling names for Danylo?
Names that pair well with Danylo as siblings include Mykhailo, Serhiy, Olena, Mariya, Sofia, and Yaroslav.
How many syllables does Danylo have?
Danylo has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Danylo a common or rare name?
Danylo is an uncommon name, ranked #5936 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Danylo
Danylo is a boy name with Ukrainian, Russian, Polish, Eastern Slavic, and Belarusian origins . The name means "God is my judge" in Hebrew .
Danylo is currently ranked #5,936 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Danylo has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Danylo include Danya, Dan, and Dano. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Danylo include Danyal, Dany . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.