How to say it
DAN · na
/ˈdɑː.nə/
Feminine
Danna
God is my judge
What it means
A variant of Dana, often tied to Daniel, 'God is my judge'; hugely popular in Mexico.
Danna is a spelling of Dana that has become especially popular in Mexico and across Latino families. It is usually tied to Daniel, from the Hebrew for 'God is my judge,' and sometimes read as 'from Denmark.' The double n gives it a fuller look. Mexican singer Danna Paola keeps it in the spotlight. Said DAH-nah.
Popularity over time
peaked at #267 in 2010, currently #394 in 2025.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names given to at least 5 babies in a year, 1880–present. See where the names are moving
Heads-up notes
- Pronunciation
DAH-nah, especially in Latino use.
- Pop culture
Mexican singer and actress Danna Paola.
Spelling variants
- Dana
- Dhanna
- Danah
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