Danilo
Meaning of Danilo
The name Danilo is a distinguished and culturally rich choice for boys, with roots in Italian and Spanish heritage. Pronounced as dah-NEE-loh, Danilo offers an elegant yet approachable sound that resonates across different languages and regions. It is a variant of the name Daniel, which means "God is my judge" in Hebrew, carrying a profound spiritual connotation. Although not extremely common in the United States, Danilo has consistently appeared in the ranks of baby names over the decades, showing a steady presence. Its variations include Daniel and Daniil, providing flexibility for parents who appreciate names with historical and cultural depth. Whether you're drawn to its melodic pronunciation or its timeless appeal, Danilo stands out as a meaningful choice for your baby boy.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as dah-NEE-loh (/daˈniːlo/)
Spanish
- Pronunced as dah-NEE-loh (/daˈnilo/)
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Notable People Named Danilo
| Danilo Pérez is a Panamanian pianist, composer, educator, and social activist known for blending Panamanian roots with various musical influences and winning multiple Grammy Awards. |
| Danilo Dolci was an Italian social activist, sociologist, popular educator, and poet who opposed poverty, social exclusion, and the Mafia in Sicily, earning him the nickname "Gandhi of Sicily." |
| Danilo Gallinari is an Italian professional basketball player known for his career in the NBA with teams like the New York Knicks, Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Clippers, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Atlanta Hawks. |
| Danilo Kiš was a prominent Serbian novelist, short story writer, essayist, and translator, known for works such as Hourglass, A Tomb for Boris Davidovich, and The Encyclopedia of the Dead. |
| Danilo Maldonado Machado, also known as El Sexto, is a Cuban graffiti artist and human rights activist who has faced imprisonment and legal issues in both Cuba and the United States. |
| Danilo Carlo Petrucci is an Italian Grand Prix motorcycle racer known for competing in MotoGP and the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship. |
| Danilo I, Metropolitan of Cetinje - Danilo I Petrović-Njegoš was the influential Metropolitan of Cetinje and founder of the House of Petrović-Njegoš, which ruled Montenegro for over two centuries. |
| Danilo S. Balete, also known as Danny Balete, was a Filipino zoologist and biologist known for his groundbreaking work on the Philippines' endemic mammal species and overturning previously held notions about species diversity in mountainous regions. |
| Danilo Lardizabal Concepcion, also known as DaniCon, is a Filipino lawyer who served as the 21st president of the University of the Philippines and has held various prominent positions within the university. |
| Danilo Anđušić is a Serbian professional basketball player known for his contributions to Partizan Mozzart Bet and the Serbian national basketball team. |
| Danilo De Girolamo was an Italian actor and voice actor known for his work in the entertainment industry. |
| Danilo Russo is an Italian footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper for Serie C Group C club Giugliano. |
| Danilo Almeida Alves is a Brazilian professional footballer known for his role as a forward for BG Pathum United in the Thai League 1. |
| Danilo Djuricic is a Canadian professional basketball player known for his time with the Scarborough Shooting Stars in the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) and his college career at Harvard and Santa Clara. |
| Danilo Vladisavljević was a prominent Serbian architect known for his contributions to the development of Belgrade's urban core in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. |
