Dany

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Dany Pronunciation

Dany is pronounced DAN-ee /ˈdæn.i/High

Meaning: -y spelling of Danny — a pet form of Daniel, from Hebrew Daniyyel, 'God is my judge'Medium

In 30 seconds: Friendly and warm: Dany spells Danny — short for Daniel, 'God is my judge'. Cheerful, classic, and easygoing.

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Origin MediumHebrew

Meaning-y spelling of Danny — a pet form of Daniel, from Hebrew Daniyyel, 'God is my judge'

U.S. rank (2024)#4330 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births24 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,394

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Dany is a -y/single-n spelling of Danny — a pet form of Daniel, from Hebrew Daniyyel, 'God is my judge'. A friendly, classic nickname-name across many cultures.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, God-is-my-judge at the root, and cheerful.

Did you know? Daniel means 'God is my judge' in Hebrew (the prophet in the lions' den) — Dany is a soft, single-n spelling of the cheerful nickname Danny.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name — Daniel — root etymology

Variations

DannyDaniDaniel

Nicknames

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Danny— the standard spelling

Dani— a fellow short form

Daniel— the full name

Dante— a companion Da- name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Dany?

Dany is pronounced DAN-ee (/ˈdæn.i/). Press play above to hear Dany said aloud.

How do you say Dany?

Dany is said DAN-ee (/ˈdæn.i/). Press play above to hear Dany said aloud.

What does the name Dany mean?

Dany spells Danny, short for Daniel — 'God is my judge'.

Is Dany a boy or girl name?

Dany is mainly a boy's name.

How popular is Dany?

Dany is a rare name in the U.S.