Danny

Meaning of Danny

Danny is a short form of Daniel, meaning 'God is my judge'. It implies a person who is fair and just.

Danny has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Danny

Danny is climbing again, up to #628 in 2025 from #641 in 2024 after peaking at #269 in 2002.

Notable people named Danny

• Danny DeVito
  Iconic actor, director, and producer
• Danny Glover
  Acclaimed actor and activist
• Danny Trejo
  Prolific character actor, tough guy
• Danny Elfman
  Renowned film composer, Oingo Boingo
• Danny Amendola
  Former NFL wide receiver

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Questions about the name Danny

What does the name Danny mean?

Danny means danny is a short form of daniel, meaning 'god is my judge'. it implies a person who is fair and just, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Danny a boy's or a girl's name?

Danny is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Danny?

In 2025, Danny ranked #628 for boys, up from #641 the year before.

When was Danny most popular?

Danny peaked at #269 in 2002.