Rising since 2011, #7,885 for girls today.
Popularity of Danahi since 2005
Babies named Danahi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 51 |
| 2020s | 53 |
Meaning & origin
Danahi is a modern name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2005, relatively recent compared to established names. Its rank of 7885 in 2025 places it well below the top 1000, but the name has been rising in popularity since 2011, indicating growing interest. At a frequency of 1 in 123,636 births, it is still quite rare. The name reached its peak rank in 2024, suggesting it may continue to climb. Texas is the top state for Danahi, where it is most commonly given. The name likely originated as a creative variation of Dana or Danai, reflecting a trend toward unique, phonetic spellings. Given the lack of clear etymological roots, Danahi is best described as a modern American coinage.
Danahi is a name of modern American origin, first recorded in the U.S. in 2005. It may be a variant of Danai, a name of Greek or African origin, or a creative respelling influenced by names like Dana and Nahir. The name has seen steady growth in use since 2011, particularly in Texas, suggesting regional popularity. Its exact derivation remains unclear, and it is best understood as a contemporary coinage.
Where Danahi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dana, Nahi, Dani
Sibling names for Danahi
Names that share Danahi's style, for a brother or sister.
