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Danni
Pronounced DAN-ee /ˈdæn.i/High
Meaning: Short form of Daniela or Danielle, from Hebrew Daniel meaning 'God is my judge'High
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Danni is a diminutive of Daniela and Danielle, the feminine forms of Daniel, one of the great prophetic figures of the Hebrew Bible. The name Daniel derives from the Hebrew dani'el, a compound of dan (judge) and el (God), meaning 'God is my judge.' The story of Daniel in the lion's den made the name beloved across Jewish, Christian, and Muslim traditions.
As a standalone feminine given name, Danni became fashionable in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, riding the trend for short, friendly nickname names used independently. The spelling with double-i distinguishes it from the more conventional Danny and signals a feminine identity.
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Famous Bearers
- ★Dannii Minogue (1971–present)Australian singer, actress, and television personality, and the younger sister of singer Kylie Minogue.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Danni mean?
Danni is a short form of Daniela or Danielle, from the Hebrew Daniel meaning 'God is my judge.'
How do you pronounce Danni?
Danni is pronounced DAN-ee /ˈdæn.i/ — two syllables with stress on the first.
Is Danni a boy or girl name?
The spelling Danni (especially with double-i) is predominantly used for girls, distinguishing it from the masculine Danny.
How popular is Danni?
Danni appears in U.S. records as a rare but recognized given name, most often as a nickname used independently.