Danielle
girl name#549 in 2025Danielle entered the US charts in 1937, peaked at #14 in 1987, ranks #549 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1937–2025
#549
rank today
#14
peak (1987)
550
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #1494 |
| 1940s | #888 |
| 1950s | #730 |
| 1960s | #285 |
| 1970s | #55 |
| 1980s | #22 |
| 1990s | #26 |
| 2000s | #100 |
| 2010s | #294 |
| 2020s | #488 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Danielle has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 361,000 people named Danielle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Danielle alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Danielle in 2025?
- Danielle ranks #549 among US girl names in 2025, with 550 babies given the name.
- When was the name Danielle most popular?
- Danielle peaked in 1987, reaching #14 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Danielle with classmates?
- Danielle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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