Danny

Masculine

Meaning

God is my judge, derived from the name Daniel.

Etymology

A diminutive of Daniel, from the Hebrew 'din' meaning 'to judge' and 'el' meaning 'God.' The informal form became established as an independent given name in English-speaking cultures.

About the Name Danny

A friendly, informal version of Daniel that became popular as a standalone name in the 20th century. It carries a casual, approachable quality while maintaining the dignified meaning of its parent name.

Notable Bearers

Danny DeVito (actor) Danny Ocean (fictional character)

Historical People Named Danny

Danny Moeller

Danny Murphy

Danny Taylor