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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Feminine form of Daniel: 'God is my judge'
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- dan-YEL-uh
Daniela is the feminine form of Daniel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge'. It's pronounced dan-YEL-uh, and it reads as classic and worldly, a name that feels established without being stiff.
Meaning & Origin of Daniela
Meaning: Feminine form of Daniel: 'God is my judge'.
Origin: Hebrew.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Daniela
dan-YEL-uhIPA /dænˈjɛlə/
Popularity of Daniela
Daniela peaked at #108 in 2007, when 3,079 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had settled at #279 with 1,128 babies, so it's less common than it once was but still well within reach.
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FAQ
What does the name Daniela mean?
Feminine form of Daniel: ‘God is my judge’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Daniela?
Daniela is pronounced dan-YEL-uh (IPA: /dænˈjɛlə/).
Is Daniela a popular name right now?
Daniela peaked at #108 in 2007 and is ranked #279 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1947–2024.)
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