Rising since 2021, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Dannah since 1965
Babies named Dannah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 30 |
| 1980s | 72 |
| 1990s | 170 |
| 2000s | 130 |
| 2010s | 165 |
| 2020s | 43 |
Meaning & origin
Dannah is a rare and modern name in U.S. records, first appearing in 1965. It saw its peak usage in 1999, but has remained uncommon. In 2025, it ranked 8,860, with approximately 1 in every 146,115 baby girls receiving the name. The name's trajectory has been rising since 2021, indicating a recent uptick in interest. As of the latest data, no top states have been associated with Dannah, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. Its origins are debated, possibly linked to Dana or Daniel, but the name is best considered a modern coinage. Given its rarity, Dannah offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that stands out.
Dannah is a name of unclear derivation. It may be a modern respelling or elaboration of Dana, which itself has multiple origins including Hebrew (meaning 'judge') or Old English (meaning 'Dane'). Alternatively, it could be a feminine form of Daniel, though this is not well-documented. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1965 and saw modest use in the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dan, Dani, Anna
Sibling names for Dannah
Names that share Dannah's style, for a brother or sister.
