Danielle
Meaning of Danielle
Danielle is the graceful French spin on the Hebrew classic Daniel, carrying the timeless meaning “God is my judge” and pronounced da-nee-EL in French or the breezier dan-YELL in English. She wears her history like a pearl necklace—elegant but never stuffy—thanks to literary lights like novelist Danielle Steel and pop-culture favorites such as Danielle Fishel of “Boy Meets World.” In the United States, Danielle rocketed from relative obscurity in the early ’60s to a star turn in the ’80s and ’90s, briefly flirting with a Top-20 ranking before settling into today’s comfy middle-of-the-pack sweet spot. That arc gives her the best of both worlds: familiar enough for instant recognition, yet uncommon enough that your little Danielle won’t be one of five on the playground. For parents seeking a name that pairs a velvet-soft sound with quiet strength and a dash of Francophile charm, Danielle makes a persuasive case—like a handwritten love note that never goes out of style.
Pronunciation
French
- Pronunced as da-nee-EL (/da.ni.ɛl/)
English
- Pronunced as dan-YELL (/dænˈjɛl/)
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Notable People Named Danielle
| Marlaina Danielle Smith has served as Alberta's premier and United Conservative Party leader since 2022. |
| Danielle Steel is a bestselling American romance novelist with over 800 million books sold. |
| Danielle Fishel is an American actress and director best known for playing Topanga Lawrence in "Boy Meets World" and its sequel "Girl Meets World." |
| Danielle Arbid is a French-Lebanese filmmaker who has been directing films since 1997. |
| Danielle Slaton is a retired American soccer player now working as an analyst, celebrated for her U.S. national team career, WUSA Defender of the Year award, and San Jose Sports Hall of Fame induction. |
| American actress Danielle Brooks, a Juilliard graduate, broke through on television and has since won a Grammy while earning nominations for an Oscar, BAFTA, Emmys, and a Tony. |
| Danielle Vivian Jonas is an American reality TV personality who starred on "Married to Jonas" with her husband Kevin Jonas from 2012 to 2013. |
| Danielle Drady - Danielle Harte is a former Australian professional squash player who reached a world No. 2 ranking in March 1990. |
| Danielle Colby is an American reality TV personality featured on the History channel's American Pickers. |
| Danielle Nicolet is an American actress celebrated for her roles in television series like 3rd Rock from the Sun and The Flash. |
| Danielle Nicole Herrington is an American model who became the third African-American woman to grace the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in 2018, following Tyra Banks and Beyonce. |
| Danielle Rose Russell is an American actress and former model best known for her role as Hope Mikaelson in The Originals and its spinoff series Legacies. |
| Danielle Carter is an Australian actress known for her roles in popular television shows, films, and plays. |
| Jamaican hurdler Danielle Gracia Williams is a two-time World Champion in the 100 metres hurdles. |
