Dani
Meaning of Dani
The name Dani, pronounced as DAH-nee in Hebrew and DAN-ee in English, is a charming and versatile name primarily used for females. Originating from Hebrew, Dani is often considered a diminutive of the names Daniel or Danielle, both of which carry the meaning "God is my judge." Over the years, this name has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States. For instance, in 2023, it ranked 779th with 360 occurrences. Despite its relatively modest ranking, Dani's appeal lies in its simplicity and modern feel. The variations Danny and Daniel offer additional flexibility for those who appreciate names with religious significance or prefer gender-neutral options. Whether chosen for its spiritual roots or contemporary sound, Dani remains a delightful choice for parents seeking a short yet meaningful name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as DAH-nee (/daːni/)
English
- Pronunced as DAN-ee (/ˈdæni/)
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Notable People Named Dani
| Dani Alves - Daniel Alves da Silva is a highly accomplished Brazilian professional footballer known for his exceptional skills as a right-back and his record-breaking 43 senior titles. |
| Dani Pedrosa - Daniel Pedrosa Ramal is a retired Spanish Grand Prix motorcycle racer and three-time World Champion. |
| Dani Olmo - Daniel Olmo Carvajal is a versatile Spanish professional footballer known for his skills as an attacking midfielder and left winger, currently playing for RB Leipzig and the Spain national team. |
| Dani Ceballos - Daniel Ceballos Fernández is a Spanish professional footballer known for playing as a central midfielder for Real Madrid and the Spain national team. |
| Dani Parejo - Daniel Parejo Muñoz is a Spanish professional footballer known for his role as a central midfielder for Villarreal. |
| Dani Shapiro is an accomplished American writer known for her novels and best-selling memoirs, as well as her work in magazines and the creation of the podcast "Family Secrets." |
| Dani Harmer - Danielle Jane Harmer is an English actress, television personality, and former singer known for her lead role as Tracy Beaker in the CBBC series The Story of Tracy Beaker and other related shows, as well as her roles in After You've Gone and Dani's House. |
| Dani Dyer is an English television personality and actress known for winning the fourth series of Love Island and co-presenting the MTV series True Love or True Lies alongside her father Danny Dyer. |
| Dani Busboom Kelly is a former American indoor volleyball player and the current head coach of the Louisville Cardinals women's volleyball team. |
| Dani Hernández - Daniel 'Dani' Hernández Santos is a retired Venezuelan professional footballer known for his skills as a goalkeeper. |
| Dani Siciliano is an American singer known for her collaborations with Matthew Herbert and her solo albums Likes... and Slappers. |
| Dani Martín - Daniel Martín García, known for his role as the vocalist of the pop punk band El Canto del Loco (ECDL), is a Spanish singer. |
| Daniel Ricardo da Silva Soares, also known as Dani, is a Portuguese professional footballer currently playing as a midfielder for F.C. Maia. |
| Dani Martín - Daniel "Dani" Martín Fernández is a Spanish professional footballer and goalkeeper for FC Andorra. |
| Dani Rodríguez - Daniel 'Dani' José Rodríguez Vázquez is a Spanish professional footballer known for his role as a central midfielder at La Liga club Mallorca. |
