Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Danna has Hebrew origins, meaning 'God is my judge'. It evolved from the Hebrew name Dan and is a modern feminine form of Daniel. The name has biblical relevance and gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. Danna is often viewed as a modern and elegant name, associated with kindness and strength, with notable figures such as Danna Paola contributing to its recognition.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Danna is derived from the Hebrew name 'Dan', which means 'to judge' or 'God is my judge'. It is often considered a feminine form of Daniel.
Meaning
God is my judge
Language Evolution
Dan (Hebrew), Daniel (Hebrew), Danna (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name Danna has biblical roots, as it is closely associated with the name Dan, one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
Historical Usage
Danna gained popularity in the late 20th century as a feminine name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Dana, Danya, Danielle
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Danna is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with kindness and strength.
Famous People
Danna Paola - Mexican actress and singer, Danna B. - American artist
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,231 peak births in 2010
Geographic Spread
Popular across 39 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3943rd of 7552 | 73 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6632nd of 10718 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12106th of 16616 | 18 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4448th of 9107 | 72 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1358th of 9204 | 587 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 808th of 12526 | 2,886 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 781st of 19264 | 2,907 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1402nd of 27321 | 1,708 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 609th of 35406 | 7,508 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 442nd of 30306 | 8,647 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
56.86% 1338th/2353 |
73.17% 1132nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
43.11% 960th/2227 |
49.01% 1191st/2430 |
24.29% 693rd/2853 |
24.94% 692nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
30.98% 910th/2937 |
31.27% 1089th/3483 |
18.79% 661st/3518 |
22.30% 902nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.56% 1900th/3685 |
33.27% 1489th/4475 |
26.13% 1357th/5194 |
23.59% 1490th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.34% 1161st/4582 |
14.06% 726th/5164 |
7.82% 572nd/7313 |
6.00% 448th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
21.66% 863rd/3984 |
9.40% 422nd/4487 |
5.36% 366th/6822 |
6.18% 388th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Texas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3943rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6632nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12106th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4448th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1358th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 808th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 781st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1402nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 609th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 442nd out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.