Declining since 2008.
Popularity of Danyella since 1969
Babies named Danyella per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 32 |
| 1980s | 28 |
| 1990s | 73 |
| 2000s | 149 |
| 2010s | 125 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Danyella is a rare feminine elaboration of Daniel, first recorded in U.S. data in 1969. It saw a modest peak in 2009, but has been falling consistently since 2008, reflecting the broader trend away from elaborate Danielle-style names. With no appearances in any state's top lists and a very low usage rate (less than 1 in 1 million births in recent years), it remains a highly distinctive choice. Its trajectory shows a clear decline, aligning with the fading popularity of similar multi-syllabic feminine names.
Danyella is a modern English elaboration of Daniel, which derives from the Hebrew name Daniyyel, meaning 'God is my judge'. The form likely emerged in the late 20th century as part of a trend of creative spellings and elaborations of established names. It remains relatively rare, never reaching widespread popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dani, Ella, Ellie
Sibling names for Danyella
Names that share Danyella's style, for a brother or sister.
