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Daniella
GirlHebrew, Italian· “God is my judge”
- Meaning
- God is my judge
- Origin
- Hebrew, Italian
- Pronunciation
- dan-YEHL-uh
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #468
- US babies 2025
- 657
- Best rank
- #280 (2011)
- Peak year
- 2007
Meaning and origin of Daniella
Daniella is a Hebrew and Italian name that means “God is my judge”.
Daniella is a feminine form of Daniel, the Hebrew name of the prophet whose story appears in the Book of Daniel, and it means God is my judge. Feminine forms like Daniela and Danielle developed across Europe, and the double-l spelling is a familiar variant in English-speaking countries. The name keeps the strength of its biblical source while adding a softer, lyrical ending. It is easy to pronounce in many languages, which appeals to families with international ties. Nicknames include Dani, Ella and Ellie, giving it flexibility from childhood through adulthood.
Other spellings with the same sound: Daniela.
Famous parents who chose Daniella: Gal Gadot and Yaron Varsano (2021). More celebrity baby names
Popularity over time
Daniella first appears in US Social Security records in 1951. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 46 different years, starting in 1973. Its best national rank was #280 in 2011, and the most babies received it in 2007, when 1,171 were named Daniella. In 2025, 657 babies were named Daniella, and it ranked #468 nationally. That is 36% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #1,065 in 1980, #363 in 2000, #296 in 2010, and #468 in 2025. Of the 33,889 US girls named Daniella since records began, 29% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 9,861 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Madilyn, Kaylie, Kiera, Kimora, and Madalyn.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Daniella ranked highest in New Jersey, Maryland, and New Mexico.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | #212 | 39 |
| Maryland | #257 | 20 |
| New Mexico | #264 | 6 |
| Florida | #290 | 65 |
| Nevada | #298 | 9 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Daniella is usually pronounced dan-YEHL-uh, with three syllables. It has eight letters, starts with D and ends in “-la”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Daniela.
Middle names for Daniella
A few middle names that flow with Daniella: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Daniella
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daniella mean?
Daniella is a Hebrew and Italian name that means “God is my judge”.
What is the origin of the name Daniella?
Daniella has Hebrew and Italian roots. Daniella is a feminine form of Daniel, the Hebrew name of the prophet whose story appears in the Book of Daniel, and it means God is my judge.
Is Daniella a popular name?
Yes. Daniella ranked #468 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Daniella a boy or girl name?
Daniella is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Daniella?
Daniella is usually pronounced dan-YEHL-uh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings