Holding steady.
Popularity of Danne since 1932
Babies named Danne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 | 5 |
| 1940s | 24 | 43 |
| 1950s | 114 | 76 |
| 1960s | 172 | 29 |
| 1970s | 76 | 5 |
| 1980s | 53 | 5 |
| 1990s | 35 | 12 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Danne is an uncommon name, first recorded in the U.S. in 1932. It has never ranked among popular names, with its peak usage occurring in 1966 when it was given to a small number of children. The name has not seen significant resurgence or decline, remaining rare and stable over time. As a variant of Danny, Danne carries the heritage of Daniel, a biblical name widely used across English-speaking cultures. Despite its low frequency, Danne offers a distinctive alternative to more common names like Danny or Daniel.
Danne is an English variant or diminutive of Daniel, which derives from the Hebrew name Daniyyel meaning 'God is my judge.' The form Danne likely emerged as a nickname or pet form, used in English-speaking countries from the mid-20th century, though it has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Danny
Sibling names for Danne
Names that share Danne's style, for a brother or sister.
