Rising since 2000, #5,722 for girls today.
Popularity of Dannae since 1982
Babies named Dannae per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 56 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 91 |
Meaning & origin
Dannae is a rare modern American name that first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1982. As of 2025, it ranked 5,722, with an estimated 1 in 76,537 newborns receiving the name. Its usage has been steadily rising since 2000, and it reached its peak popularity in 2024. Though it has no historical roots, its melodic sound fits a contemporary trend of invented feminine names with soft endings.
The name Dannae first appeared in U.S. records in 1982. It is a modern coinage, likely influenced by the similar-sounding Danae (a Greek mythological figure) or formed by combining elements from names like Danielle and Renee. Its use has remained rare, with a peak in 2024.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Danni, Dana
Sibling names for Dannae
Names that share Dannae's style, for a brother or sister.
