Danila
Fact sheet
- Name
- Danila
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Danila is a female first name that emerged in the 1970s as a variation of the Slavic name Danilo, which in turn traces back to the Hebrew name Daniel. The name can be literally translated as "God be my judge" or "God is my judge."
What does the name Danila mean?
The first name Danila is a feminine derivative of the Slavic name Danilo, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Daniel. Translated, this name means "God be my judge" or "God is my judge." The Hebrew components are dan (דָּן), meaning "the judge," "to judge," or "to decide," as well as din (דִּין), which stands for "the law" or "the right," and el (אֵל), meaning "the mighty" or "God." Another common form is Danila.
Where does the name Danila come from?
The name Danila has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and means "God be my judge" or "God is my judge."
How do you pronounce Danila?
The sound structure of Danila is fluid and trisyllabic. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "Da-NI-la" [daˈniːla], with the emphasis on the middle syllable featuring the long I sound, giving the name a certain brightness. The open sound of "-la" at the end gently rounds off the name. As a result, Danila sounds melodic and harmonious - feminine and clearly structured.
When is the name day of Danila?
The name day for Danila is celebrated on July 21.
Popularity
In Germany, Danila is a common first name. Currently, it ranks 3,210th on the list of the most popular female baby names. Its highest ranking was achieved in 2023, reaching 3,081st place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it at 5,571st in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, Danila ranks 6,718th.
Nicknames & pet names
Dan / Dani / Neely / Nila
Similar first names
Famous people
- Danila Alistratov (Russian ice hockey goalkeeper)
- Danila Artiomov (swimmer from Moldova)
- Danila Comastri Montanari (Italian writer)
- Danila Korolkov (football player from Russia)
- Danila Kozlovsky (Russian actor)
- Danila Petrishchin (football player from Russia)
- Danila Sergejewitsch Isotow (Russian swimmer)
- Danila Vassilieff (Australian painter)
- Danila Yashchuk (Russian football player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Danila
What is the meaning of the name Danila?
The name Danila means 'God be my judge' and has its roots in the Hebrew name Daniel. The Hebrew components bring together the concepts of 'to judge' and 'God.'
Where does the name Danila come from?
Danila has its origins in Ancient Hebrew and is widespread in various languages such as Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
How popular is the name Danila?
The popularity of the name Danila varies by region, but it has gained popularity in many countries, especially in Eastern European and Romance countries.