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Danika

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Pronounced DAN-ih-kuh /ˈdæn.ɪ.kə/High

Meaning: morning star, Venus as the morning starHigh

In 30 seconds: Danika is a Slavic name meaning morning star, referring to Venus as it appears at dawn. A lyrical three-syllable name with a beautiful celestial meaning and Slavic elegance.
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Origin HighSlavic
Meaningmorning star, Venus as the morning star
U.S. rank (2025)#2550 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births69 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2007
Total births (all-time)≈ 10,695

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200719662025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Danika is a variant of the Slavic Danica, meaning morning star or the planet Venus as the morning star. Danica is used across Slavic countries including Serbia, Croatia, Czech Republic, and Slovakia.

Danika is the most common English-language spelling of the Slavic Danica, in use in North America since the late 20th century.

Did you know? In Slavic mythology, Danica (Morning Star) was personified as a beautiful goddess who heralded the dawn — making Danika a name that greets each new day with divine feminine radiance.
Overall data confidence 88%
Hanks & Hodges, Dictionary of First Names — reference for DanikaBehind the Name: Danica — name etymology reference

Variations

DanicaDanka

Nicknames

DaniNika

Famous Bearers

  • ★Danica Patrick (1982–present)
    American former racing driver, the only woman to win an IndyCar Series race (2008 Indy Japan 300).

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Frequently Asked

What does Danika mean?

Danika means morning star, from the Slavic Danica, referring to Venus as it appears at dawn.

How do you pronounce Danika?

Danika is pronounced DAN-ih-kuh (/ˈdæn.ɪ.kə/), with three syllables.

Is Danika a girl's name?

Yes, Danika is a feminine name with Slavic roots.

How popular is the name Danika?

Danika has been in use in North America since the late 20th century, popularized by racing driver Danica Patrick.

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